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MARIBYRNONG | HOBSONS BAY

Flood inquiry in hot water

Six Maribyrnong residents impacted by the 2022 floods recently presented their stories to a Federal Parliamentary Inquiry, although members of the Maribyrnong Community Recovery...

Funding push for wetlands centre in Hobsons Bay

Hobsons Bay council has teamed up with Hobsons Bay Wetlands Inc to advocate to the state government for $16 million to build a wetlands...

Highway patrol hit the streets on bikes

Westgate highway patrol is increasing its use of motorbikes and bicycles in a bid to improve law enforcement. Westgate highway patrol unit commander Jason Templar...

House auction up for charity

It is the season of giving back and one local family is doing just that, by baking an elaborate gingerbread house for charity. Keilor woman...

Mayor’s festive message

Thank you all for re-electing me to serve the community of Hobsons Bay for another four years. It is an added honour to lead...

Sardine saga for Laverton commuters on Werribee line

Commuters at Laverton station have complained of being unable to board overcrowded trains in last week’s morning peak despite being just five stops from...

Got an idea to attract people to the City of Maribyrnong? The council wants...

Maribyrnong council are asking locals for their ideas on how to attract new visitors to the City as a part of their new Love...

Tarneit drink driver charged

A 43-year-old Tarneit drink driver who was caught driving on the wrong side of the road in West Footscray overnight has had his licence...

Playgroup ‘homeless’ as Uniting Church hall goes up for sale

More than 20 families are seeking a new home for their children’s playgroup due to the impending sale of St Stephens Uniting Church at...

Help grow the economy

Community consultation is now open on the Economic Development Strategy that will help grow and transform the Hobsons Bay economy over the next five...

Highlighting Footscray’s unsung heroes

Some of Footscray's most significant contributors are featured in a public exhibition at the new Footscray Hospital site. A joint art commission between Plenary Health...

‘Champion of west’ mourned

Maribyrnong councillor and the city's first three-time female mayor Sarah Carter has been remembered as a champion of the west and children. Cr Carter was...

Property values lead to Hobsons Bay rates hike

Rates rises for many home owners in Hobsons Bay may be much higher than the legislated 2.5 per cent next financial year due to...

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WFNL names interleague coaches

The Western Football Netball League has named its interleague coaches for its clashes with the Southern Football Netball League in May. The league will play...