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Footscray icons featured in new artwork
A local Footscray artist has unveiled his new artwork on a public toilet, celebrating some of the key landmarks of Footscray. Commission by Maribyrnong council,…
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Bringing arts to the west
A mixture of comedy and live music is on its way to Hobsons Bay, as part of Hobsons Bay council’s Arts at your Doorstep program.…
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From the Archives
Star Weekly looks back through the pages of our predecessors. 40 years ago May 4, 1983 The Metal Trades Industry, traditionally one of the largest…
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Community Calendar
Want your event listed? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities.…
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Budget consultation open
Over the past few years, council has been working to redevelop Dennis Reserve in Williamstown. It’s already seen four new tennis courts built and a…
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Sport grants available
Eligible Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay sport associations and regional academies of sport are encouraged to apply for the state government’s Together More Active program. The…
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Grants to help prevent genered violence in the workplace
The state government is asking workplaces to apply for a share in more than $4 million towards new initiatives that help to prevent work-related gendered…
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Nearing record levels of Victorian rugby participation
Victorian rugby participation numbers are nearing record numbers, with 30 clubs across the state. NRL Victoria general manager Brent Silva said the increase in both…
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Free buses and extra services running on Anzac Day
Free buses and extra public transport services will be available for those travelling to and from Anzac Day commemorations. Free shuttle buses will be in…
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More trees for the west
More trees will be planted across Melbourne’s west during the next phase of the state governments More Trees for a Cooler, Greener West program. On…
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Women kicking goals with new programs
Women are encouraged to start their football journeys at the two new programs introduced at the Parkside Spurs Women’s Football Club in Footscray. Spurs player…
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Tea party for cancer support
Williamstown community members with a sweet tooth are encouraged to come along to the Rotary Club of Point Gellibrand’s Biggest Morning Tea, raising money for…
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Easing rental stress for flood victims
Maribyrnong flood victims will be able to access a new tenancy service to support those experiencing rental stress following the October 2022 flood event. Launching…
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Life-saving grant rescues asylum seekers
Asylum seekers in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay will continue to receive vital support at the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) with a $500,000 state government…
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Multi-million dollar intersection upgrade
One of Footscray’s busiest intersections will be receiving a $3.14 million makeover to improve safety in the area. On Friday, April 21, Roads and Road…
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