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Seaworks announces October program

Seaworks has announced a number of events to be held throughout October. “We're thrilled to announce that Seaworks has a jam-packed calendar of events lined...

Victoria University signs deal with Real Madrid

Victoria University sports students are heading behind the scenes at one of the world’s top football clubs, Real Madrid. In an Australian first, VU and...

Hear the Scottish sound

The sound of the pipes will once again be heard in Williamstown, when the Melbourne Highland Games & Celtic Festival returns to Williamstown. On...

Together Apart: Life in Lockdown exhibition at Hobsons Bay civic centre

Hobsons Bay Council is showcasing an exhibition, featuring portraits and stories from residents’ experiences in lockdown. The exhibition will take the stories and photos...

Keeping daily commutes happy and worry-free

Yarraville leading station assistant Steven Gauci has become a familiar and friendly face for weekday commuters. Along with a wide smile and the Bobby McFerrin...

Community Calendar

Flower workshops Want to learn how to do professional flower arrangements in a fun and relaxed program? Flowers, vase and snacks included. Joan Kirner House,...

West Footscray: Death row dog Xango wins reprieve

A Great Dane puppy on death row has been spared, despite being declared a dangerous dog after his owner pleaded guilty to having a...

Williamstown Hospital stalwart retires

Williamstown Hospital's longest-serving employee, Toni Powell, was last week farewelled with a "face guard of honour" to mark her retirement after half a century. Mrs...

Tree vandal attack ‘despicable’

Vandals have destroyed multiple elm trees in the Williamstown Botanic Gardens in what has been labelled a “despicable and senseless act“. Friends of Williamstown Botanic...

Victoria University to stagger a return to on-campus learning

Victoria University has announced it will do a staggered return to on-campus learning in 2022. From Monday January 31, Victoria University Polytechnic, the University’s TAFE...

Push for government funding for social housing in Laverton

Hobsons Bay council is seeking state government funding for a social housing project in Laverton. Council will apply for funding for the housing project...

Laverton pool closure to be reviewed

Hobsons Bay council has voted to review a decision to close the Laverton pool, and will go out to community consultation on the matter. A...

New ministerial cabinet revealed

Jacinta Allan has unveiled and swore in a reshuffled Victorian ministerial cabinet on Monday, October 2, following her elevation to premier. Deputy Premier Ben...

Life and death coming to a Footscray cafe

A cup of tea and a chat about death are coming to a riverside Footscray cafe. Writer Peta Murray is organising a ‘Death Cafe’ at...

Pet emergencies to look out for this summer

Fires and snake bites are emergencies that pet owners in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay should be wary of over summer, according to RSPCA Victoria...

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Sing with WIllin Wimmin choir Do you like to sing? Join a supportive and welcoming group of women who sing with heart. We welcome anyone...