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MARIBYRNONG | HOBSONS BAY

New care centre open in Maribyrnong

The State Government has opened one of its newest Priority Primary Care Centres in Maribyrnong. Opened earlier this week and located near the Footscray...

Keeping an eye out for unregistered tradespeople

Maribyrnong flood victims are advised to be wary of the legitimacy of builders or plumbers as they begin the process or rebuilding or repairing...

Low rent rates in Kingsville and Altona Meadows

Kingsville and Altona Meadows are among the most affordable suburbs to rent in Victoria during the September to December 2022 quarter, according to the...

Uncovering hidden Footscray gems

Yarraville artist David Hourigan is safeguarding the history of a number of western Melbourne buildings via his miniature model works, which are among the...

Health program relaunching for 2023

Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay men are encouraged to get active and learn more about supporting their health, as part of the Western Bulldogs Community...

My Place

Originally hailing from Canada, author and marketer Louise Karch has now put down roots in Newport. She spoke to Matthew Sims about her many...

Welcoming LGBTQIA+ arts and cultural talent

Self-expression and individual freedom will be on show across Hobsons Bay as part of the Midsumma queer arts and cultural festival. Hobsons Bay is welcoming...

Rate cap increase set to provide more flexibility: Maribyrnong council

Maribyrnong council has welcomed the new rate cap of 3.5 per cent for the 2023-24 financial year. Local Government Minister Melissa Horne announced the cap...

Beaches a splash hit as mercury rises

Williamstown and Altona beaches were popular places to be last week. Families rushed into the waves for a cool dip as the temperature broke through...

Education and fun collide

Light, colour, sound and scientific activity have been piquing the curiosity of young minds at Scienceworks this school holidays. Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski visited...

Petrol store attendant robbed at knifepoint

Police are appealing for information following an armed robbery in Maidstone on Wednesday, January 4. Police have released CCTV footage showing two men entering a...

Highlighting waterway walks

From Kororoit Creek and Skeleton Creek to Laverton Creek, Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents are encouraged to put on their hiking gear and explore...

Awakening renewed conversations within young population

Hobsons Bay's musical theatre talent will be on show in North Melbourne later this month, with local residents Francesca Fimeri and Amelia McConnell part...

Movies under the stars

Movie goers can enjoy their favourite films with the Melbourne skyline as a perfect backdrop. In partnership with Seaworks and The Pirates Tavern, Sun Theatre...

Western Lawn works slated to begin

Maribyrnong council are set to take the first steps towards a renewed Western Lawn at Footscray Park later this month. Following the council's motion to...

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Motorcycle safety warning ahead of summer

Police are prioritising motorcycle safety in October following a worrying rise in rider fatalities in 2024. There have been 52 motorcyclist fatalities so far this...