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Identical twins get identical subject score

Identical twins from Altona were among those to receive perfect subject scores when VCE results were released on Monday., Only 650 students received the maximum...

Braybrook man charged following Springvale non-fatal shooting

Police have charged a Braybrook man following an incident where a man was shot last month. The charges follow an incident on Saturday, November 25,...

A generous community Christmas

As Christmas fast approaches, so will the point of crisis for many people struggling to make ends meet. For the Salvos, Christmas is the busiest...

Bid to save Jack’s Magazine

A heritage-listed building in Maribyrnong is under threat of becoming a private function centre, unless Maribyrnong council rejects plans to develop the site. Local resident...

Always bring a brolly

For migrants, adapting to Melbourne’s weather can be challenging and unexpected, which is why Bangladeshi woman Karisma Amjad is hosting a free morning tea...

Dreamtime cooking heats up

Those interested in the oldest living culture in the world and cooking will be excited to hear about a series of cooking classes to...

Grant for dementia alliance

The Hobsons Bay Dementia Alliance (HBDA) has received a grant which it hopes will kick start its journey helping those living with dementia in...

Wurundjeri Way works crack on

The Wurundjeri Way and Dudley Street intersection which connects to Footscray Road has reopened to create the Wurundjeri Way city bypass, as part of...

Christmas hits Yarraville

Christmas is on its way to Yarraville with several events planned by the Yarraville Traders to ring in the festive season Yarraville Traders president Shannon...

Improved access to life-saving drug

The state government has rolled out the Take-Home Naloxone Program in an effort to make it easier for those experiencing or witnessing an opioid...

90 years of Newport anglers

The Newport Anglers Club is celebrating 90 years of community and fishing. Committee Member Lindsay Morton has been a part of the club for more...

A new Reconciliation Action Plan

The Western Bulldogs have launched its second Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), which aims to work with Indigenous communities on 19 action items over the...

Fire services calling for diligence when decorating this Christmas

Victorians, including those from Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, are once again detangling Christmas lights to brighten up their homes for the festive season,...

Buy wisely this Christmas

Victorian families, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, are being urged to choose safe toys and products for Christmas – and shop owners...

Avoid being scammed: Australia’s charity regulator advises simple check before donating

As official data shows Australians are losing billions of dollars to scams, the national charity regulator is advising a simple check before donating. ...

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Artist residency applications open

Applications are now open for Maribyrnong council's annual artist residency programs. The residencies at the Bluestone Church Arts Space and the ArtBox in Footscray and...

Evan cleans up