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MARIBYRNONG | HOBSONS BAY

Local talent on show

Two talented Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay artists will play a big part in the upcoming season of ‘Ghosts’ at Theatre Works. Footscray resident Oliver Cowen...

Seeking feedback for Seddon

Maribyrnong council has released a draft of its Seddon Neighbourhood Plan for community feedback, designed to guide and manage future growth in the suburb. Council...

A historic look at Footscray

A new mural has been added to Maribyrnong’s long list of bright and colourful pieces of art, created by local and non-local artists as...

Hobsons Bay policing forum

Hobsons Bay residents will once again be able to have key discussions with local police at the Victoria Police neighbourhood policing forum. Victoria Police said...

First place for Fleur

Footscray resident Fleur Brett has represented not only Maribyrnong, but the state of Victoria, winning an interstate art prize for her work titled, ‘Yellow...

Better West’s budget ask

Residents from Hobsons Bay have compiled a budget submission, asking council to consider a Precinct 15 Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Plan for Altona...

Sustainability on show

Maribyrnong council is hosting its inaugural Living Future Expo which aims to inspire and empower individuals to embrace sustainable practices in their daily lives. Council...

Big challenges

The sustainability and health of our municipality is one of the biggest challenges facing us today. The City of Maribyrnong is already experiencing the impacts...

Council welcomes new flood committee

Maribyrnong council has appointed three new members to the Maribyrnong Community Recovery Committee (CRC) and a new independent chair, following a recent review of...

Supporting students to thrive

Students across Melbourne’s west, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, will be supported to overcome barriers to education and realise their potential through...

Local mum crowned

Altona resident Michelle Galea has been named the inaugural Victorian Mother of the year for her nationwide volunteering efforts. Ms Galea founded Australian Solo Mothers...

SES needs lifeline

Victoria State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers have been left disappointed with the recent state budget, which delivered less money for the volunteer organisation than...

Comment on cat curfew

Maribyrnong council is seeking feedback from the wider community on whether it should implement a cat curfew in the municipality. Whether you own a cat,...

VU staff protest for “fair pay”

This week Victoria University (VU) staff launched a protest rally targeting university management over what they’ve described as a lack of a fair pay...

Running for her life

Not many people attempt to run four half marathons in a year, however breast cancer survivor Michelle Rickett is defying the odds and smashing...

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Crusaders go again

The Western Crusaders are slowly kicking into gear in the Gridiron Victoria division 1 competition. The Crusaders, who have won the past six Vic Bowl...