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Bikewest gets rolling again
BikeWest is emerging from lockdown keen to shake off the cobwebs, hop back on the bike and get cycling advocacy rolling again. The next meeting…
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Weekend closures for road and rail works
Drivers and public transport users are being warned to be alert to weekend disruptions on the road due to works for key major projects including…
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Safer streets in store for Williamstown
Pedestrian and cycling safety improvements are in the pipeline for key Williamstown routes. Victoria Street will be upgraded in recognition of its role as a…
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Residencies bring art to Footscray’s heart
Maribyrnong Council is helping creative artists get back on track post-lockdown via the 2022 Artist Residency Programs. The residencies are designed to support local artists…
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Share your Footscray future vision
Maribyrnong Council is calling for people to share their vision for the future of Footscray. Feedback will help guide the development of the Footscray Public…
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Vaccination aids return to normal life
I am so proud of the way our community is responding to the call to get vaccinated and the many community groups and organisations helping…
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Hobsons Bay City Band seeking musicians
The Hobsons Bay City Band is seeking musicians to join their community band. With COVID-19 lockdown having come to an end, musicians are encouraged to…
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Maribyrnong libraries open their doors from Friday
Maribyrnong Libraries will reopen to the public on Friday for the first time since shutting down for Melbourne’s lengthy lockdown. The libraries are strictly complying…
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Deer on the loose in West Footscray
A stray baby deer on the loose in West Footscray this afternoon has been apprehended after leading authorities on a chase through the streets. Investigations…
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Maribyrnong to get greener
Maribyrnong Council is fast-tracking greening efforts with a $250,000 state government grant to plant more mature trees. The grant is part of the ‘More Trees…
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Thesis found after stolen laptop retrieved
A university student has been reunited with her stolen laptop and a 47-year-old- man has been charged following a quick response by Williamstown police officers.…
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Suspicious Altona North fire
Police will investigate the cause of a suspicious fire that has badly damaged a vacant home in Altona North. Fire Rescue Victoria responded to a…
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Fire engulfs Newport home
A Newport home has suffered significant damage after a fire broke out about 7.45am today. Fire Rescue Victoria received multiple triple zero calls after the…
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Pitch your way to generous grants
Hobsons Bay residents, community groups, sporting clubs, businesses and organisations are invited to pitch an idea for a one-off community program, project, or initiative that…
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Police launch seaside summer blitz
Victoria Police has launched a high visibility operation targetting antisocial behaviour in foreshore areas where bumper crowds are expected to flock this summer. Running from…
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