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Rates to reach cap as budget approved
Rates will increase on average by three per cent in Maribyrnong over the next financial year after council formally adopted its 2025-2026 annual budget on…
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Clowning around at Sunshine market
Local legend Emmanuel Pace, also known as ‘Manny the Clown’, has been appointed as the official entertainer for the inagural Sunshine Collective Market on Saturday,…
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Apartment petition lodged
A proposal for an eight-storey apartment complex in Moreland Street, Footscray, has been met with opposition from residents concerned about its potential impact on the…
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Crossing confusion
The status of long-awaited pedestrian crossings on Blackshaws Road in Altona North remains unclear, as the state government, Hobsons Bay council and private developers bicker…
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Scam survivor’s Altona talk
In 2012, Jan Marshall thought she was chatting online with a charming Nigerian Prince. In reality the Bundoora resident was being duped by member of…
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Unlocking the door to longevity
Who imagines the beautiful butterfly that will eventually emerge from the cocoon of a very hungry caterpillar? When a group of Hobsons Bay and Maribyrnong…
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Council reviews levy advice
Hobsons Bay council has confirmed it is reviewing its legal advice in regards to state government’s new emergency services levy. From July 1 local councils…
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Preparedness event for emergency event
Maribyrnong residents will be able to gain essential knowledge and tools to use in case of an emergency at a community event this weekend. The…
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Substation exhibition
Before it was an acclaimed gallery and arts venue, The Substation in Newport was a key part of the inner-west’s energy infrastructure. How appropriate then…
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Fabric of Footscray to be sewn together
A unique community sewing event will take place in Footscray later this month to create a tapestry that reflects the suburb’s diversity and vibrancy. The…
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Council meeting moved
Hobsons Bay council has changed the date of its June meeting where its annual budget is set to be adopted. The council meeting to adopt…
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Altona locals wanted for Neighbourhood Watch
Altona police are encouraging members of the local community to get involved with Neighbourhood Watch. The aim of Neighbourhood Watch is to help people feel…
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Man charged following Footscray assault
Homicide Squad detectives have charged a man following a serious assault which left another man critically injured in Footscray on Sunday . The alleged assault…
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More help for apprentices
Help is only a phone call away for apprentices and trainees in need of support thanks to the new Apprenticeships Victoria Helpdesk. Minister for Skills…
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Extra rebate for Australian-made hot water systems
Solar Victoria customers that choose an Australian-made hot water system will receive an extra $400 on their hot water rebate, the state government has announced.…
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