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Mini-Con on its way
National retailer QBD Books is bringing its inaugural Mini-Con to Maribyrnong, showcasing the booming ‘manga’ genre of books, comics and graphic novels. Mini-Con is a…
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Fatal crash in Altona
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash which occurred in Altona on Thursday, August 24. Investigators have been told a car crashed into…
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$320,000 fine after worker run over by B-double
A transport company has been convicted and fined $320,000 after a truck driver was fatally struck by a B-double at a Yarraville depot in 2020.…
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Asking for better bike paths
Resident’s advocacy group Better West is asking Hobsons Bay council to follow through on its promise of a safe and connected cycling network through the…
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Shower dad with love
Father’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to express your love and appreciation for your dad. Here are some heartfelt ideas to make his day memorable:…
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Walking strategy endorsed
Maribyrnong council adopted the final Maribyrnong Walking Strategy to include recent community consultation of more than 800 postcards and 90 people attending drop-in sessions. In…
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My Place
Active volunteer Nazish Rafique tells Jennifer Pittorino about her work in the community and her connection to Maribyrnong. Tell us a bit about you and…
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Free art sessions for little ones
Little Art Big Art is run by teacher and artist Rachel Morris, which she said specialises in fun, colourful and creative art classes, parties, and…
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Donating to Make A Wish
The Altona Sports Club has raised $15,000 for the Make a Wish Foundation before it even hosts its main fundraising event. The club’s Gavin Comport…
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A big year for charity
Williamstown Superules FC has donated $20,000 this year to several charities. Social media manager Lorey Bentley said most of the money was raised at an…
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Last chance to visit Twilight StrEats
Yewers Street in Footscray has become a place of free entertainment and street food markets this winter with Twilight StrEats, supported by Maribyrnong council. Twilight…
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Cleanaway in Altona
TOMRA Cleanaway has installed a Reverse Vending Machine refund point in Altona Meadows for the state governments Container Deposit Scheme ‘CDS Vic’. TOMRA Cleanaway chief…
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Tackling grief on Dying to Know Day
August is the month that is home to ‘Dying to Know Day’, an annual campaign that empowers all adult Australians to be strong self-advocates for…
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Networking event for youths
Three hundred people people and 11 schools gathered at the Phoenix Youth Centre on Friday, August 18, for a networking event run by The Western…
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Expert foot pain help
Experiencing foot pain? Chances are you’ve received a diagnosis for one of these conditions: Plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, Bunions, Morton’s neuroma, Plantar heel pain, Severs…
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