News
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Kmart Footscray still closed
More than a week after it sustained water damage from a burst pipe, Kmart Footscray remains closed and its re-opening date unknown. Kmart is urging…
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Costly transport gap
Wyndham and Greater Geelong occupy one of Australia’s fastest growing population corridors. Jaidyn Kennedy explores the need for better public transport connectivity between the two…
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Footscray Hospital photo comp
Photographers from Melbourne’s west are invited to take part in a new photography competition that could result in their images being featured at the new…
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Safety the theme of flood study feedback
Protecting their homes, businesses and families from flood waters is the main priority of residents living near the Maribyrnong River according to feedback provided to…
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Yarraville to become another brick in The Wall
Prog rock fans and film buffs will unite at Yarraville’s Sun Theatre when a special 70mm release of Pink Floyd: The Wall is shown on…
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Community Calendar
Mahjong Mondays at Altona North Community Library. Join us to learn how to play Mahjong. Beginner or expert, everyone is welcome to come, chat and…
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Retailers to set up shop at new hospital
Local and national retail, commercial and private practice health clinic operators have joined the $1.5 billion new Footscray Hospital ahead of its opening in February…
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Inner-west eligible for community grants
Community organisations in Hobsons Bay and Maribyrnong can now apply for grants of up to $10,000 to support their grassroots initiatives. Toll road operator Transurban…
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Spotswood level crossing feedback open
The removal of the Hudsons Road level crossing in Spotswood is a step closer with community consultation on the project now open. On Tuesday, Transport…
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Williamstown double car theft
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a double car theft in Williamstown early last month. At approximately 4.39am on Thursday, August 7, two men broke…
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Writers out west aim for success
Writers Out West is hosting a professional development summit for local authors on Saturday September 6, International Read a Book Day. Created by local writers…
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Supporting the west
West Welcome Wagon (WWW) hosted its annual open day on August 29 with a morning tea and a tour of the warehouse. WWW chief executive…
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Surf club concerns
Hobsons Bay council has been accused of changing plans for the proposed redevelopment of the Williamstown Surf Lifesaving Club (WSLSC) without consulting the public. Long-time…
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Bringing choreography to the coastline
When the Melbourne Fringe returns from September 30 to October 19, it won’t just be going west, it’ll be going to the beach. Williamstown Beach…
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Spring clothing donations callout
West Welcome Wagon (WWW) has put a call out for transseasonal clothing donations now spring is here. Warm clothing such as coats, jumpers, pants and…
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