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Painting through the winter blues
An award-winning artist and art therapist from Melbourne’s west is harnessing the power of painting to help conquer the winter blues. Xiang Li’s ‘100 Days…
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Patrol backlash
A security crackdown in central Footscray is doomed to fail and could make the area less safe, according to a new community group established in…
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A local’s legacy
President and founder of the Friends of Lower Kororoit Creek (FLKC) and local lobbyist, Geoffrey Mitchelmore OAM, is hanging up the boots for a well-earned…
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Feedback sought on Australian Grand Prix
The state government is seeking community feedback on proposed legislative changes aimed at supporting the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix. On Monday, July 28, the…
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ATO issues fraud warning
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is sending a clear message to businesses considering committing GST fraud, making dishonest claims or falsifying invoices. ATO assistant commissioner…
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Disney lovers dare to dream
Disney lovers in Hobsons Bay are in for a treat next month when the Williamstown Musical Theatre Company (WMTC) performs “Dare to Dream Jr” from…
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Footscray CBD safety blitz
Police made five arrests, seized illicit drugs and weapons and impounded a car belonging to a learner driver during a public safety operation in Footscray…
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Financial complaints top 100,000
The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has received more than 100,000 complaints for the second year in a row. While there was a 4 per…
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Grants for native plants
Following a successful round in 2024, Bupa and Landcare Australia announce the return of the Healthy Cities Landcare Grants Program in 2025, offering funding to…
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Community Calendar
End of life discussion Dying to Know Information Afternoon to be held on Sunday August 10, 12pm – 4pm. Afternoon tea provided. Anyone curious about…
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Turning trash into tram stops
An innovative partnership is aiming to see recycled plastics from kerbside and industrial waste used for modular tram stop platforms, making Melbourne’s tram network sustainable,…
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Trauma on Gamon Street
Williamstown amateur historian Barb McNeill is Star Weekly’s history columnist. This week she tells the heartbreaking story of a family tragedy that struck a Yarraville…
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Poetry through painting in Ballan
An outdoor exhibition in Ballan will present “poetry through images,” with colourful artworks inspired by daily observations. Presented at Moorabool’s outdoor gallery space MAPP Up…
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Cultural centre back in action!
The Wyndham Cultural Centre is back in action and the community is invited to see some of the best entertainment on offer. The refreshed space…
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Telling the stories of First Nations people
An exhibition highlighting the often forgotten stories and histories of First Nations people in Melbourne’s west is currently showing as part of a collaboration with…
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