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MARIBYRNONG | HOBSONS BAY

Australians invited to have their say

The Climate Change Authority is inviting Australians, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to have their say on 2035 emissions reduction targets. The authority...

Fish stocks hit record

The state government has hit a high-water mark with 10 million fish stocked this year through its stocking program for recreational fishers, including those...

Scores on and off the field

Seddon Cricket Club’s two new all abilities teams have had a boost at the end of a successful first season with the arrival of...

Community Calendar

Newport Folk and Fiddle Beginner Play Along Group The Newport Folk and Fiddle Beginner Play Along Group is a great place for absolute ...

Nominations for Victorian Rural Health Awards open

Nominations for the 2024 Victorian Rural Health Awards are now open. The state government said there are many medical practitioners, nurses, allied health workers, Aboriginal...

Emergency services training exercise

CFA led a multi-agency exercise to test and strengthen how emergency services respond to mass casualty incidents similar to the 2023 Eynesbury bus incident. The...

A lifetime of Ambulance Victoria’s history on display

The Ambulance Victoria Chas Martin OAM Museum will throw open its doors on Sunday, April 16, for a special Open Day, inviting all Victorians...

Film screening debut showcases Italian fashion and cars

Hobsons Bay locals will have the chance to catch one more event before the Williamstown Italian Festival ends. Williamstown man Leo Notarianni is hosting ‘The...

Celebrating Hobsons Bay’s rich heritage in April

The heritage of Hobsons Bay will be showcased this April, as Hobsons Bay council celebrates the stories behind its spaces and places with a...

Bike fest rides in

Maribyrnong council is hosting its inaugural Bike Fest to celebrate the end of the Get Active Expo. The event will be held at Quarry Park...

A magical show

Winni the Wizard is bringing her magical laughing spells to Yarraville as the only family show in the west at this year’s Melbourne International...

More asbestos discovered

The Environment Protection Authority has confirmed asbestos has been found at two more sites in Hobsons Bay, taking the total to six. On Thursday, April...

Stroke signs awareness

Stroke Foundation is urging Aussies, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to think ‘Arms in April’ in a bid to raise awareness of...

Tram depot captured

A new mural has been painted in Footscray, highlighting the rich history of the surrounding area. “It is an art deco influenced tram and rail...

Asbestos task force not needed

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has said it does not need the help of a taskforce to tackle the growing asbestos issue across the...

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Maternal health services survey open

The state government is seeking community feedback on how to improve Victoria's Maternal and Child Health (MCH) service. On Tuesday, Children Minister Lizzie Blandthorn launched...