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More support for vulnerable mothers
Pregnant women experiencing homelessness or insecure housing will receive extra support from the state government through safe accommodation plus maternity and parenting services. The government…
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Come and Try footy with Williamstown Seagulls FIDA
Williamstown Seagulls FIDA Football Club are holding a series of ‘Come and Try’ days over the school holidays to give those with an intellectual disability…
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Bringing a slice of Italy to Hobsons Bay
An exciting new film festival is coming to Hobsons Bay, thanks to a collaboration with the Williamstown Italian Social Club and the Sun Theatre. The…
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Yarraville pharmacist loses chance to resume practising due to “dangerous” and “misguided” COVID views
A Yarraville pharmacist has lost the chance to continue practicing pending the outcome of a suspension review, after a tribunal found her behaviour as a…
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New workshop for young people in Hobsons Bay
Hobsons Bay council has announced its new Youth Co-Design workshop, aimed at helping young people in the community engage and connect with each other. Council…
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Bernie Finn raises concerns over Hobsons Bay council rule
A state MP has raised concerns over a Hobsons Bay council rule which requires councillors to ask for permission before posting videos online of themselves…
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Helping young people make positive choices
The state government will be working with local organisations to help give young people in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay more opportunities to connect with their…
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Free Veteran Bowls Day event at Newport Bowls Club
Invictus Australia will be holding a Veteran and Family Bowls Day in Newport this Saturday. Bowls Australia and Newport Bowls Club will be working in…
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Preserving Hobsons Bay’s natural environment
The Emu-foot Grassland on the banks of the Skeleton Creek is one of my favourite spots in the municipality and I have been proud to…
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ASRC says refugees and asylum seekers were left behind in this years budget
The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) has said asylum seekers and refugees have been “left behind” in the 2022-2023 Federal Budget. The Budget, announced March…
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PA Burns Reserve Dog Park is officially open
PA Burns Reserve Dog Park is now officially opened for all Hobsons Bay residents, and their furry friends, to enjoy. The project was a collaboration…
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VU PhD student named Premier’s Volunteer of the Year
A Victoria University student has been named the Victorian Premier’s Volunteer of the Year for her work supporting Indian and South Asian communities. Jaya Manchikanti,…
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Free baby and child first aid course for disadvantaged parents in Newport
A not-for-profit organisation is offering free first aid training for disadvantaged parents in Newport. The Sisterhood Project, in conjunction with PAEDS first aid, are opening…
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Mental health most important issue in Gellibrand, report finds
Residents in Gellibrand are most concerned about mental health, a new report from the Salvation Army has revealed. The Salvation Army’s National Social Justice Stocktake…
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Community satisfaction with Maribyrnong council is slightly down, survey reveals
Residents in Maribyrnong are slightly less satisfied with the council’s overall performance in 2021 than they were the previous year, a new survey has revealed.…
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