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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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The Substation’s arts vision wins big
The Substation at Newport has received $100,000 from the Australia Council for the Arts for its 2019 program, vindicating its contemporary art commitment. Director Brad…
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Laverton meeting on PFAS contamination
The Department of Defence will hold a meeting to update the community on contamination from chemicals found in firefighting foam used on the RAAF Base…
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Titanic ships hay from Williamstown to Dubbo
A chance meeting in the bar of the Titanic Theatre Restaurant in Williamstown has led to its owners helping two Tasmanian truck drivers ship bales…
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Phar Lap race around old Williamstown Racecourse
A run will be held around the former Williamstown Racecourse on Melbourne Cup eve, retracing the tracks of Phar Lap. The Hobsons Bay Running Club,…
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100 Keyboards from Japan premiere in Newport
A Japanese experimental sound artwork will have its Australian premiere on Wednesday at The Substation in Newport. The show, 100 Keyboards, by multi-instrumental sound artist…
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