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Spotswood burglary images released
Detectives are appealing for public assistance following a burglary in Spotswood earlier this year. Investigators have been told a man attended a pop-up food market…
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Blackshaws Road traffic trouble
While the end of summer roadworks on the West Gate Freeway might ease traffic congestion on Blackshaws Road, residents living near the major inner-west thoroughfare…
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Little Saigon park petition
A petition has been launched to create a public park on the site of the former Little Saigon market in Footscray, almost a decade after…
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Natalie’s big shave raises big funds
Williamstown North Primary student Natalie Gray is slowly getting used to her new haircut after having her long blonde hair shaved off in front of…
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Burning love for Elvis
For 25 years, Sean Spiteri has captivated audiences with his dedication to honouring Elvis Presley’s legacy. Spellbound by Elvis’ 1968 comeback special at the age…
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Tweddle Footscray refurbishment finished
Premier Jacinta Allan was in Footscray on Monday to tour the newly refurbished Tweddle Early Parenting Centre. Expected to support more than 1,200 local families…
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Wednesday walkers set off
The footpaths around Braybrook and Maidstone are a little bit busier every second Wednesday morning, thanks to a new walking group. Established by the Braybrook…
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Podcast to break barriers
Podcasts are a dime a dozen these days, but a new one about to be launched in West Footscray should still stand out from the…
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A place for poets to perform
On the second Saturday afternoon of each month, spoken word echoes through the Woodend RSL as poets, musicians, and writers present their work to an…
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Autumn on display in Ranges gardens
Celebrating the change of seasons, four gardens in the Macedon Ranges will be open to the public as part of the 2025 Macedon Ranges Autumn…
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School’s sanctuary space
Students at Seaholme Primary School have a new outdoor learning space to enjoy. Known as the “Seaholme Sanctuary,” the new play space will be officially…
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Petition for separate paths
A group of inner-west residents have lodged a petition calling on Hobsons Bay council to build separate bike and walking paths along a busy Spotswood…
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Fire levy doubling unfair on councils and ratepayers
Times are tough at the moment with the cost-of-living crisis providing challenges for families, residents and businesses right across Hobsons Bay, the state and the…
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Motions fail as Hobsons Bay councillors split
Faultlines have emerged on the new Hobsons Bay council, just four months into its four year term. Votes on all three notices of motion presented…
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Maribyrnong locals up for Victorian Sports Awards
Three Maribyrnong representatives are among the finalists for the 2024 Victorian Sport Awards (VSAs) announced on March 26. A council program, a local netball club…
















