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Chilean deportation overturned
A man who arrived in Australia from Chile before he turned one has avoided deportation for family violence offences. Julio Cesar Pizarro, who was arrested…
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Altona Meadows couple walking for prems
They weren’t baked for very long but the mix was right. That’s how Altona Meadows couple Kimberlee and Sam Blyth refer to the premature births…
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Peak-hour chaos after pedestrian killed on Princes Freeway
By Chloe Booker, The Age Traffic has been thrown into chaos at peak-hour after a pedestrian was struck and killed on the Princes Freeway. The…
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Jazzin’ up the Proms
Acclaimed jazz musician James Morrison has been announced as the headline act for Last Night of the Proms in Williamstown. Morrison starred last year at…
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Walk a mile for mental health
Community members can ‘Walk a Mile in my Shoes’ in Williamstown on Sunday to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of mental health. Mental health…
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Western Bulldogs to sell off pokies to help fund Whitten Oval upgrade
The Western Bulldogs have vowed to offload their remaining 65 poker machines within a year, tipping the proceeds into the redevelopment of Whitten Oval. President…
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Laverton North fire
More than 30 firefighters attended a suspicious fire at a vacant factory in Sayers Road, Laverton North this morning. The MFB has issued a statement…
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Cars out in Esplanade revamp
Part of Altona’s Esplanade will be closed to cars and turned into a piazza-style space during summer. The Esplanade will be closed between Pier and…
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My Place: Ian Johnson
As the Footscray Historical Society prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary, president Ian Johnson reflects on the area’s rich history. He speaks with Benjamin Millar……
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Lori has it all stitched up
For Manor Lakes resident Lori Collins, knitting and sewing is more than a hobby – it is her life’s passion. Ms Collins said while she…
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Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson
FB: How would rate your cooking skills? DC: I relish eclectic meals which ignite my senses but when it comes to my own cooking skills it comes…
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Dog delight for paddle pup hero
By Alesha Capone Dallas Harvey is being hailed a hero after rescuing a dog stranded in a Point Cook lake. Mr Harvey said he…
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Hemphill contests seat of Williamstown
Veteran Hobsons Bay councillor Peter Hemphill will stand for the seat of Williamstown in the November state election. The long-time Newport resident, who was elected…
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Push is on for new footy club
There is exciting news in store for Truganina children who would like their own football club. A meeting will be held this week to discuss…
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Yarraville photographer’s dogged determination wins honour
Yarraville photographer Belinda Richards couldn’t be happier to see her career going to the dogs. A full-time pet photographer known for her talents in extracting…
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