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Footscray’s in extra pain

Footscray’s failure to execute with the ball has proven costly in a two-wicket loss to Prahran in a one-day season opener at Merv Hughes...

Footscray name their aim

Footscray – yep, that’s right, Footscray – is targeting the Victorian Premier Cricket top four this season. The Bulldogs are back to their original trading...

Tiered aspirations: 2 Smith Crescent, Footscray, 3011

This split-level property, taking advantage of its sloping block to architectural benefit, has fabulous panoramic views that include a clear view of the city skyline, the Maribyrnong River, parkland and Flemington Racecourse.

Royal quarters: G1/23 Buckingham Street, Footscray, 3011

The Buckingham Hotel was a much-loved local in Footscray but is these days home to four gorgeous apartments, including this one.

Hollow end to campaign for Footscray

  Footscray players were left “gutted” after a 3-2 elimination final defeat to Greensborough in the Hockey Victoria women’s premier league at the State Netball...

Woman killed by truck in West Footscray

A woman has been killed after being hit by a truck in West Footscray. It is believed the woman, who is yet to be identified,...

Citizen’s street art win

A colossal wall mural created by a Yarraville artist has taken out a coveted local prize. Heesco has won the Street Art category of the...

Facelift for Footscray favourites

The iconic former Footscray Town Hall, and the Ercildoune building will both receive major refurbishment works The two historical sites in Napier Street, Footscray –...

West faces the music

One of the biggest line-ups of jazz will be held in Melbourne’s west next month. Maribyrnong council and Moonee Valley council have partnered with...

Willy Grab big VFL win

Williamstown flexed its muscle against North Ballarat on Saturday, blowing the Roosters away in the first quarter to set up a percentage-boosting win in...

Parking machine freeze losses near $3.5 million

Maribyrnong council has lost close to $3.5 million in potential revenue since halting paid parking in central Footscray and Yarraville almost 18 months ago. Councillors...

Councillors reject ‘greedy’ Footscray development

A ‘greedy’ plan to redevelop a Footscray street has been sent packing by Maribyrnong councillors. Council officers had recommended approving five two-bedroom townhouses at 47-49...

Footscray Trugo Club closer to homecoming

The return of the west’s very own sport is a step closer after a concept plan to revitalise the former Footscray Trugo Club was...

Footscray to CBD veloway cautiously backed

A new elevated cycling route from the Maribyrnong River to the CBD has been cautiously welcomed by some cyclists, but panned by others as...

Police collar alleged Footscray flasher

Police have arrested a Footscray man who allegedly indecently exposed himself to a child and her mother in Footscray earlier this month. It is alleged...

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