Unemployment rates high in Maribyrnong
Maribyrnong's unemployment rate decreased in the latest unemployment figures, new data revealed.
Job and Skills Australia data reveals Maribyrnong’s unemployment rate fell to 4.5 per...
Speedsters have an expensive weekend
As Victorians across the state enjoyed their long weekend and tried to stay cool, police detected 63 traffic offences in Hobsons Bay as part...
Petition sparks a cat fight
A petition asking Maribyrnong council to introduce a cat curfew has sparked debate in the community.
At a meeting on February 20, the council accepted...
Water grants now open
Applications are now open for this year’s round of the Greater Western Water (GWW) Thriving Communities grants and sponsorship program.
Thriving Communities has been running...
Chance to join Dementia alliance
The Hobsons Bay Dementia Soaring Falcons Alliance will be hosting its first Dementia-Friendly Forum.
Co-founder Natalie Ive said the group are excited to welcome...
Getting back on their feet
Melbourne’s west is full of resilient people getting through tough times with the help of social enterprises.
Employment and Workplace Relations and the Arts Minister...
Super Rugby training in Newport
New Zealand Rugby Union Champions The Crusaders trained at Power House Junior Rugby Union Club grounds in Newport, before playing a huge Super...
Turning trash to treasure
Altona Gate Shopping Centre has launched a used toys donation program in partnership with Moose Toys and Circonomy, to help divert unused toys away...
Have a say on port plan
The state government has released the Williamstown Local Port Area Plan, which will provide direction on the future of the precinct’s five piers and...
National Library of Australia is collecting Indian stories
The National Library of Australia is calling on Australians with Indian heritage, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to add their story and
experiences...
Private houses drive dwelling approval drop
The total number of dwellings approved fell one per cent in January, following a 10.1 per cent fall in December, according to new data...
Embracing Anzac spirit
Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay students are encouraged to explore how Victorians came together to build the Shrine of Remembrance and other war memorials as...
Ben Brown kicks in for charity house
Star Melbourne AFL forward Ben Brown has joined two junior champions to give the thumbs-up to a Tarneit charity home raising funds for the...
Kids injury death rate a concern
Kidsafe Victoria is urging families to put strategies in place to reduce the risk posed by common injury hazards such as curtain and blind...
Safe driving for the long weekend
The Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV) has issued safety advice for drivers, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, who may encounter wildlife...