Neighbourhood’s creativity in the limelight
The Footscray Community Arts Centre and The Substation are joining forces to shine a spotlight on the best contemporary art the western suburbs has...
Newport RSL closes in ‘financial difficulty’
The Newport RSL Club ceased trading at the weekend as Victorian RSL examines the sub branch’s financial position.
Victorian RSL chief executive Mike Annett said...
Enchanting tale in the fringe
Lemony S Puppet Theatre is set to captivate audiences with the production 'Ada, Asmin & The Analytical Engine' running for two exclusive performances at...
Sculpture damaged by vandals
One of eight giant sculptures along a popular western suburbs trail has been cut at its base and rolled down an embankment in an...
Hobsons Bay council staff threaten to stop work
Hobsons Bay council employees are threatening 24-hour strikes, including work bans such as not mowing parks, cleaning up rubbish or processing building permits, under...
Meth dealer loses bid to keep home
An Altona Meadows man jailed for importing more than 200 kilograms of methamphetamine has lost a bid to stop police from confiscating his house.
Dock...
Sleeping at the ‘G for homeless youth
Laverton’s Stephanie Hartnup will spend a night sleeping rough at the MCG to raise money for Melbourne City Mission’s support services for homeless youth.
The...
Skate vet keen for upcoming comps
After 23 years of skateboarding, Trigger Brothers team rider Nicholas Buchanan feels as good as ever on the board and competes every chance he...
Giving back in grief
Families grieving the death of a baby will have access to a cuddle cot at Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital , thanks to...
Yarraville shipwreck: High hopes for what lies beneath
Two Hobsons Bay residents are using technology to find out if an unidentified shipwreck under the West Gate Bridge could be a rare example...
More active paths to follow
All primary school students in the Maribyrnong community now have active paths to follow on their morning journey to school.
In partnership with local schools...
Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson
FB: How would you rate your cooking skills?
EM: I am a certified chef from William Angliss, I worked as a culinary producer on MasterChef North America...
Cricket legend honoured
Altona North and Greenvale Kangaroos’ stalwart Bev Milichip has been celebrated for 50 years of service to cricket as a player, committee member, and...
Having fun with poetry
The search is on for people with a disability who love to write poetry, to take part in a competition aimed at adding "something...
Parents group returns
Face-to-face maternal and child health consultations in Hobsons Bay resumed this week as the municipality comes to life after COVID-19 lockdown.
In-person consults are available...
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Crunchy lemon and polenta shortbread
This wonderful shortbread recipe from Dairy Australia has the most delightful crunchy texture from the addition of polenta and a zesty twist from added...
