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Exploring extreme weather
Victoria University is hosting an exhibition at its Footscray campus, titled Extreme weather in Melbourne’s West: stories from culturally diverse communities. The exhibition is part…
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New years dream melts
Jim Boras is known as Mr Softy in the Maribyrnong area, serving ice cream and gelati every weekend. The family business started with his dad…
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Council supports 16 days of activism
Hobsons Bay council is supporting 16 Days of Activism, the global campaign against gender-based violence. The campaign runs from International Day for the Elimination of…
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Call for community art space
Maribyrnong artist Sally Walshe also known as ‘LaDY MoHaWK’ has created a petition to include a community art gallery in the new Footscray library. The…
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Williamstown welcomes new sergeant
The Williamstown Police Station has a new and experienced senior sergeant who is excited to begin her work in a new location. Senior Sergeant Jennifer…
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Footscray celebrates centenery
Footscray North Primary School recently celebrated its 100th birthday with some whole school celebrations. Students, teachers and family and friends attended the school for a…
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Outdoor trading receives go ahead
Hobsons Bay council has voted to keep Pier Street closed to traffic and for parklet infrastructure to remain until at least August 2024. In its…
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A day of fun and games in Seddon
The Seddon Fun and Games fair is returning for another year of family friendly fun. Seddon Village Traders Association president Suzanne Saunders said this event…
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Nursery looks up
Owner of Newport Lakes Native Nursery Nick Pandya said he is feeling positive after Hobsons Bay council accepted the petition regarding his nursery. In its…
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Bike ride rolls into town
Footscray High School will again be getting into the saddle for the Great Victorian Bike Ride. Having been involved for the majority of the past…
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A multicultural visit
An Altona Kindergarten was visited by a group of Japanese students who spent the day interacting with the students, learning the ins and outs of…
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Slow food showcases workshops
Slow Food Melbourne Farmers Market is honouring the migrant traditions of the western suburbs, with a two part workshop with premier food writer Richard Cornish.…
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Parking permits to be considered
Hobsons Bay council has moved an urgent business motion to issue 10 free seasonal permits to Hobsons Bay Life Saving club which would exempt holders…
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Willy fare on the horizon
The Williamstown Primary Seaside Fair is returning for another year of fundraising on Sunday, November 26. Lead organiser Lance Vinnell has worked hard to bring…
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Ambulance response times improve
Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay municipalities have recorded improved ambulance response times for urgent care according to the latest Ambulance Victoria (AV) response statistics. The latest…
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