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New suburb for Altona North accelerates traffic fears
Residents already alarmed by the prospect of increased traffic from the West Gate Tunnel had their fears heightened when plans for a new suburb in…
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Newport protester hits the roof
A Newport resident has placed a mannequin on his roof in protest at “greedy” developers. Vincent Cocca and numerous others are objecting to plans to…
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Winter feast for climate change
A winter feast to tempt the tastebuds will be held in Seddon on Wednesday to help raise funds to fight for the planet’s future. Fig &…
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Census reveals religious shift
Religious preferences in the Macedon Ranges and Sunbury are contributing to a shift in Victoria’s religious affiliations. In the Macedon Ranges, 37 per cent of…
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Williamstown RSL sold for kids’ centre
A childcare entrepreneur plans to build an early learning centre on the Williamstown RSL site, which was sold to recoup a $3.5 million debt. Explorers Early…
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Catwalk for a cause
Twelve Western Health breast cancer patients will receive a full makeover and take to the catwalk as part of a major fundraiser. The patients will…
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Sims supermarkets placed into administration
A popular Footscray supermarket is up for sale after being placed into administration. Grocery and hardware giant Metcash called in administrators on Thursday to examine the finances and…
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Ute crashes into Altona front yard
A ute has crashed through the front fence of an Altona home, skidding to a stop just before the house itself. Police are investigating after…
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Nod for new Footscray venue Lickety Split
A new Footscray food and arts venue has been given the green light despite concerns from neighbours about the likely noise impact. Lickety Split, a…
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‘Well-dressed’ woman sought over Newport bike theft
Hobsons Bay detectives have released an image of a ‘well-dressed’ woman they want to speak with after a unique bike was stolen from Newport. The custom 1970s Ricardo…
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Residents shiver as gas pressure falls short
Inner-west residents are shivering through winter nights as ageing infrastructure fails to keep up with the growing demand for gas. Residents in Seddon and Yarraville…
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Join the minions
To celebrate the launch of Despicable Me 3 this school holidays, Pacific Werribee will be hosting a Despicable Me 3 activity centre during week one of the school holidays…
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Warning rings over mobile phone snatching
Footscray Police are warning people to watch out for thieves snatching mobile phones. Unsuspecting victims are being asked the time by a stranger and when…
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Art helping community heal and connect
Two new exhibitions opening in Footscray are highlighting the power of art to heal and connect. Scattered Tribes: Healing Through Kinship is a journey in…
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Pharmacists spread word on breast screening
Pharmacists are joining the battle to beat breast cancer under a pilot program on trial in Maribyrnong. The Priceline pharmacy at Highpoint Shopping Centre is…
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