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Freeway and intersection closures
The West Gate Tunnel Project will soon be closing the Hyde Street and Somerville Road intersection to upgrade the traffic lights. The intersection will be…
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Carmel’s fighting fiction
Being a local Footscray historian, Carmel Taig is forever ferreting about for stories that provide fresh insights into our district’s past. “Essentially, I’m interested in…
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Biketober on the move
With the onset of October, the inner west has the chance to reaffirm its status as a cycling hotbed with the start of a national…
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Stones in Kooyong re-created in Yarraville
Yarraville might be a long way from Kooyong and the 52nd anniversary of something doesn’t quite have the same cache’ as the 50th, but any…
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A boarding pass to history
Australia’s first government-owned domestic airline, Trans-Australia Airlines (TAA), which later rebranded to Australian Airlines, made significant contributions to the aviation industry since its inception in…
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A day to focus on mental health
On 10 October 2025, Australia will again join the world in observing World Mental Health Day, a moment to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and promote…
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Community Calendar
Sing with Willin Wimmin choir Discover the joy of group singing with the friendly women at WiIlin Wimmin choir in Williamstown. New members are always…
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Club recognised for hooking kids on hockey
The Footscray Hockey Club has been recognised for its efforts in attracting young players to the sport. The Yarraville based club was named the HookIn2Hockey…
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Planting day event
The Brooklyn Recycling Group (BRG) – a partnership of local construction and demolition recyclers based in the Brooklyn industrial estate – has invited the community…
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Men’s social group on the cards
Expressions of interest have opened to create a social group for men under 30 who live in the Altona Meadows, Seabrook and Point Cook areas.…
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A ton but far from done
Williamstown’s Antonio Napoli celebrated his 100th birthday on Sunday, September 28 and according to granddaughter, Marisa Te, was a little taken aback by the scale…
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Seeker of truth laid to rest
A fearless seeker of the truth, the underdog’s underdog and a legendary Australian journalist. These are among the tributes paid to the late John Martinkus…
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Safety a priority
I have long been a passionate advocate for the safety of our community. From before being elected to council, and having since had the honour…
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Detectives investigate Williamstown stabbing
Detectives are appealing to the public to assist with their investigation into a stabbing in Williamstown earlier this year. Police have been told a man…
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China connection cut
A Hobsons Bay councillor currently travelling in China claims he was prevented from joining last week’s council meeting remotely due to security concerns. Cr Michael…
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