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Fantastic festive food drive

A festive food drive by the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) is set to make some people's Christmas' a bit cheerier. The ASRC hosted the...

Sporting gala success for new Australians

The CALDplay Gala day brings together 350 plus people of all ages from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds to compete in sporting competitions. On...

Christmas spectacular

The West Footscray Neighbourhood House is excited to announce its first Christmas Spectacular event, and the last event of a big year. Community programs officer...

Hamper here for the holidays

The Newport Traders Association is giving away a Christmas Hamper to one lucky winner, their way of wishing the community a Merry Christmas. Trader president...

Community bike hub welcomes grant

The Community Bike Hub has received a $126,000 grant which will be used to upgrade its Moreland Street site through community events and activities. General...

Petition pleads for road safety

An “urgent” appeal for community safety measures in the Joseph Road precinct in Footscray has been issued by residents following the recent death of...

Catch this Christmas lunch

The Williamstown Community and Education Centre invites everyone to its annual Christmas lunch. Chief executive Mark Brophy and the team are excited to announce this...

Outstanding educator shines at national awards

For nine years Sasha Hill-Head has loved her career working with children, now she has been recognised for her outstanding efforts. The Yarraville local has...

Scholarship opportunity for Maribyrnong women

A new scholarship has been established to support women from the Maribyrnong community. Women’s Environmental Leadership Australia (WELA) in partnership with Maribyrnong council have established...

Council knocks back fast tracked development

A planning permit for a nine story health centre in Footscray has been knocked back by Maribyrnong council, after it was fast tracked by...

Seaworks morgue to be restored

Seaworks Maritime Precinct has received a $150,000 grant to restore its old morgue some which executive officer Glenn Jones hopes will encourage more visitors...

Learning for employment

Laverton woman Tori Deluca has been enjoying her customised employment program at the Laverton Community Centre and is hoping it will land her a...

Summersafe heats up

Victoria Police will focus on a safety blitz at Melbourne's foreshores this summer, as an influx of locals and visitors are expected to head...

Fostering footy friendships

Former Western Bulldogs premiership player Tom Boyd is joining forces with community and gender equality organisations in the west to improve inclusivity, respect and...

New affordable housing policy

Hobsons Bay council is aiming to increase the supply of affordable housing in the municipality as part of an updated affordable housing policy. At its...

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