Police rule the roads during Operation Regal
As Victorians enjoyed the King’s Birthday long weekend, Victoria Police detected 48 traffic offences in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay as part of Operation Regal....
Finding fun at the folk festival
The Newport Folk Festival is returning for its 15th consecutive year, bringing the community together to celebrate all things folk music.
Director Michael Stewart said...
Asking for stadium axe
Members of the Friends of McIvor Reserve have called on Maribyrnong council to redirect more than $300,000 set aside for a stadium at the...
More spots open at top sports academy
Victoria’s only government funded school sports academy will open the door for more students through the introduction of 26 new scholarships in 2025.
Maribyrnong Sports...
Protest for “fair pay” continues
For the second consecutive week, Victoria University (VU) staff launched strike action over workloads, calling for a “fair pay rise”.
Victoria University staff launched...
Gregory in for the long hall
It has been 40 years since Gregory Hall began his career as a teacher, overseeing hundreds of students through their early years of education.
To...
Tram to get restoration thanks to West Gate funding
St Mary’s Primary School in Altona has received $10,000 from the West Gate Neighbourhood Fund to restore a vintage Melbourne tram.
The school received the...
Boy from Oz boasts local stars
The Boy From Oz musical is coming to Melbourne, with a West Footscray local one of the stars bringing life to the production.
The musical...
Houli awarded OAM
Being recognised this King’s Birthday with a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM), is Altona North’s Bachar Houli, a now renowned figure in...
School upgrade funds available
Government schools across the state, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, can now apply for grants to help fund small scale projects as...
Visit dentist to avoid hospital
Dentists are encouraging parents including those in Maribrynong and Hobsons Bay, to book regular dental check-ups for their families, amidst research suggesting potentially preventable...
New opportunities for all-abilities sport and recreation
Applications are now open for the state government’s new $13.5 million All Abilities Workforce and Sector Support Program – supporting organisations to build their...
Victorians encouraged to cosy up with books this winter
As the weather cools, Victorians, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, are encouraged to visit their local library and dive into a good...
Police warn drivers to plan ahead after thousands turned around during 2023 snow season
Victoria Police is urging snow goers, including those from Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to be prepared after thousands of vehicles were turned back last...
Empowering diverse women in leadership
Applications are now open for the Women of Colour Executive Leadership Program which is backed by an $180,000 investment by the state government to...
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Heritage strategy gets historical approval
The Footscray Historical Society has welcomed Maribyrnong council’s recently released heritage strategy for the next decade.
The Heritage Strategy 2024-34 is designed to be...
