Global citizens bound for Melbourne
Young leaders from Australia, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, and around the world will come together in Melbourne to fast-track action on...
A love for family, learning and Scrabble
Baptcare Westhaven Community Footscray resident Audrey Clifton has seen the world transform around her over the past 100 years.
However, one thing has never changed:...
Altona Mobil refinery to close, become import terminal
ExxonMobil has confirmed it will close its Altona refinery after 72 years.
ExxonMobil on Wednesday said the refinery was "no longer considered economically viable" and...
Newport Lakes reflections
South Kingsville resident Dominique Hes needs the communities input to help write her book which tells the story of Newport Lakes.
“I am writing a...
Satisfaction high with Maribyrnong
Satisfaction with Maribyrnong council rates slowly below the average metro Melbourne mark in the 2023 annual community survey.
In its meeting on Tuesday, March 19,...
Yarraville Facebook group denies link with violence
A Facebook group campaigning for an end to paid parking in Yarraville has been accused of inflaming a violent turn to the debate.
Maribyrnong councillors...
Calling for end to womens violence
Hobsons Bay council has shown its support for women experiencing violence at the hands of men, by writing to Premier Jacinta Allen, calling for...
Grazeland opening date delayed again
The opening date of Melbourne’s newest food precinct, Grazeland, has again been delayed, this time due to paperwork.
The 10,000 square metre Spotswood venue is...
What to do in a fire
There are 3000 house fires on average across the state year.
If Hobsons Bay and Maribyrnong residents follow these simple tips from the Victorian...
Lifesavers named in state team
Three Hobsons Bay and Maribyrnong pool lifesavers will be part of the Victorian state team in the upcoming Australian Pool Lifesaving Championships.
Altona Life Saving...
Report paints full picture of health needs
Hobsons Bay had the highest level of emergency department presentations during the 2020-2021 financial year at 302 out of every 1000 residents presenting to...
VU forum: Julian Burnside decries offshore detention of asylum seekers
Prominent refugee advocate Julian Burnside has rejected claims offshore detention of asylum seekers is about saving lives.
Speaking at a forum at Victoria University’s Footscray...
Check Rinnai Energysaver heaters for carbon monoxide risk
Energy Safe Victoria is calling on those using Rinnai Energysaver heaters with combined horizontal/vertical on-wall flue systems to contact the supplier to ensure they...
Sparks fly as Beowulf returns
Just like a blacksmith shaping hot metal, Felix Nobis has been hammering away at his rendering of Beowulf.
It's been the project of a lifetime...
Petition to save Williamstown Hospital ED
A petition to save Williamstown Hospital’s emergency department has been started, as the state government heads to the High Court to try to keep...
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Crusaders go again
The Western Crusaders are slowly kicking into gear in the Gridiron Victoria division 1 competition.
The Crusaders, who have won the past six Vic Bowl...
