News
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Gang Crime Squad arrest
Detectives from the Gang Crime Squad have arrested a man in West Footscray as part of an investigation into fraud and drug matters. The 25-year-old…
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Business awards coming up
Hobsons Bay businesses are being encouraged to nominate for the 2023 Hobsons Bay Business Excellence Awards. The Hobsons Bay Business Excellence Awards are created to…
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Tottenham metal recycler Manhari fined
On Wednesday, June 28, Tottenham metal recycler Manhari International Pty Ltd was fined $16,000 and ordered to pay Environment Protection Authority Victoria’s (EPA) $14,000 costs…
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A brilliant burgers chance to win
A juicy ostrich patty infused with secret African spices has earned Newport’s Sindy-Ann Smith a chance to compete in the World Food Championships. The event…
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A young talent representing Australia globally
Year 12 student Christopher Tran is representing Australia at the International Science Olympiads, specialising in mathematics, this week. Mr Tran has been preparing for this…
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Altona man wins on Millionaire Hot Seat
Dedication, practice and passion have paid off for Peter Morton who won big on Millionaire Hot Seat last night. On Tuesday, June 27, 70 year…
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School holidays at Scienceworks
Scienceworks in Spotswood are hosting a jam-packed school holiday schedule to keep kids and families entertained over this winter break. The specially curated Scienceworks program…
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Residents face industrial nightmare
Noise, chemicals, odours and high health risks are some of the issues a West Footscray family says it will have to deal with if a…
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Teenage boy dies after targeted attack
A 14-year-old boy killed in St Albans was hit by a car and knifed by two attackers. The Braybrook teen and two friends were walking…
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Firearms seized and man charged in Footscray
Detectives from Maribyrnong Crime Investigation Unit have charged a man after allegedly seizing firearms and stolen property from an address in Footscray on Friday, June…
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Shop fire in Maidstone
Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) crews responded to a shop fire in Mitchell Street, Maidstone, on Monday, June 26, following multiple calls to triple-0. Emergency services…
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Joint police operation in Williamstown North
Hobsons Bay police teamed up with the Sheriff’s Office and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator to conduct a compliance operation in Williamstown North. The operation…
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Westerners facing huge travel times
Hobsons Bay residents are being forced to triple their morning and night commute times to and from work due to the train line shutdowns. As…
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Teenager dies in St Albans
Police are investigating the death of a 14 year old Braybrook boy. The teenager was found in St Albans on Monday, June 26. Emergency services…
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Tatts no longer a barrier to blood donation
Tattooed Aussies, including those from Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, can now donate blood just a week after getting fresh ink, potentially contributing up to 10,000…
















