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IPC Health secures funding for new aged care support service
IPC Health will soon deliver an expanded service to help older people navigate the aged care system, thanks to receiving a tender through the North…
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Oldest Australian sporting event launching locally
The oldest Australian sporting event will be launching tomorrow, as 250 boats set sail from the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria in Williamstown as part…
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Police seeking man in relation to theft and deception offences
Police released images of a man in relation to a number of theft deception incidents in Yarraville, Kingsville and Footscray earlier this month. Police believe…
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Police crackdown on unauthorised drivers this long weekend
Police will conduct a major operation to target unauthorised drivers, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, who are thinking about getting behind the wheel…
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First Nations elder taking part in January 26 events
Maribyrnong council is preparing to host a public flag lowering and Welcome to Country on Thursday, January 26 and recognise the day as a day…
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Mental health support on its way for families and carers
Jesuit Social Services would deliver a new family and carer-led centre in Melbourne’s western suburbs, as part of a $54.5 million state government investment towards…
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House prices bounce back
Footscray and West Footscray’s median house sale prices have returned to seven figures after a low period during parts of 2022, according to Real Estate…
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Elderly advocacy committee relaunching
Maribyrnong community members with experience or interest in the needs of people 60 years and older are encouraged to join a reactivated group to develop…
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Giving local grins a new sheen
From a filling to a regular check-up, Williamstown’s public housing residents received free dental treatment this week. Williamstown residents received a visit as part of…
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My Place
The Substation in Newport has recently welcomed new chief executive Nuala Furtado. While she is getting acquainted with new surroundings, she spoke to Matthew Sims…
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Footscray fire believed to be suspicious
Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) is investigating the circumstances surrounding a building fire in Footscray in the early hours of Monday, January 23. FRV said firefighters…
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Larrikin icon on his way
Poking fun at Australian culture and sending up its laidback and larrikin ways is the full-time occupation for Sydney-based comedian Sandy Gutman and has been…
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Helping women recover following floods
Women impacted in the Maribyrnong flood event last October would soon be able to receive more mental health and social support, thanks to part of…
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New UV tracking app out now
SunSmart Victoria is reimagining the 1980s slogan of ‘Slip, Slop, Slap’ in a modern context within its new phone SunSmart Global UV application. The app…
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Embrace summer in Hobsons Bay
This is such a great time of year to celebrate and enjoy what we have around us. The Christmas rush is a distant memory, and…
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