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Two arrested over alleged extortions
Two men have been arrested as part of an investigation into alleged extortions committed on a number of shops in the Altona North area. On…
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A-League card betting fraud alleged to net players $18k
Two soccer players have faced court accused of winning more than $18,000 in corrupt bets involving yellow cards. Former A-League player Riku Danzaki, 25, of…
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Bridging the divide
West Footscray is a suburb cut in two. While mostly associated with the area around the Barkly Street Village, West Footscray also includes an area…
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Help for rough sleepers
It’s a sad reality that during difficult times in life, for various reasons, members of our community can find themselves on the streets. It hurts…
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Nominate a dangerous intersection
RACV is calling on Victorians to rank Melbourne’s intersections that need urgent attention by the Victorian government. RACV head of policy James Williams said My…
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Teens charged over Altona Meadows attack
Several teenagers from across Hobsons Bay and Wyndham have been charged following an armed robbery and serious assault in Altona Meadows. Police allege a man…
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Cut loose at this high energy musical
Why not kick off your Sunday shoes and head out to see Footloose the musical? The feel-good show is back as part of its encore…
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Celtic music in Little River
The magic and mystique of Celtic music will grace Little River when multi-instrumentalist Rennie Pearson comes to town next month. Channelling the traditions of Ireland,…
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Sharing a sense of local place
An exhibition in Bacchus Marsh of poetry by Moorabool poet, artist, and storyteller Barry James Gilson is sharing local stories, education, and a sense of…
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Hospital a step closer
Staff will soon begin 22,000 hours of training in preparation for the opening of the new $1.5 billion Footscray Hospital. Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas…
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Cigarettes continue to pose major fire risk
Victoria’s fire services are warning of the serious risks of smoking indoors, which remains the leading cause of fatal house fires across the state. According…
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Brian Dixon honoured with state funeral
A state funeral will be held for Melbourne Football Club champion and long-time state politician, Brian Dixon, at 10.30am on Friday, July 25 at St.…
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Women’s health research boosted
The state government has awarded new medical research grants aimed at advancing women’s healthcare. The $1.5 million Women’s Health Research Catalyst Grants program is helping…
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Support for First Nations tourism
A new program has been launched to further support First Nation’s businesses in the tourism sector.. Acting Tourism, Sport and Major Events Minister Danny Pearson…
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Consumer win in card surcharge cut as business bristles
Removing surcharges fees on debit and credit card transactions could save consumers more than $1 billion, but small businesses argue the changes will just hide…
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