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Locals digging deep and going dry for cancer support efforts
Hundreds of people are giving up alcohol and other guilty pleasures across Melbourne’s western and northern suburbs as part of the annual Dry July campaign.…
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Creating a safer and greener Barkly Village
West Footscray’s Barkly Village is set for a new look, as streetscape improvement plans are now open for feedback. Maribyrnong mayor Anthony Tran said the…
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Play haven open for kids
Property developers Stockland has officially opened a new green space for Altona North residents as part of a new mixed-use precinct Stockland representatives and Hobsons…
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Retail therapy for Barkly Village
West Footscray residents are encouraged to support new local retail opportunities, as Barkly Village welcomes two new pop-up shops. West Footscray Traders Association president Pradeep…
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Boost for local projects
Local councils and community groups, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, are encouraged to apply for funding towards the $20 million Living Local Fund…
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Showcasing Hobsons Bay’s artistic talents
Hobsons Bay community members are encouraged to visit the Hobsons Bay Civic Centre to view the artistic talents on show. The Hobsons Bay Arts Society…
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Fourth vaccine dose for over 30s
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation [ATAGI] has updated its recommendations for winter booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to help fight the emerging…
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My Place: Brian Haynes
A stalwart of Williamstown for about 60 years, Brian Haynes has fell in love with the area and has discovered the town’s old buildings tell…
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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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From The Archives
40 years ago July 13, 1982 A $5 million sports foundation for the western suburbs was launched at Footscray Football Club this week. 30 years…
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Balancing Hobsons Bay’s budget
The Hobsons Bay 2022-23 annual budget that was approved by a meeting of councillors last week demonstrates how councils can meet the needs of their…
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Insurance refund “comes at right time”
A Sunbury man has been refunded more than $3700 by his insurance company after he told of feeling trapped by his funeral insurance plan. Disability…
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Stop unwanted sexual behaviour
Unwanted sexual behaviour on public transport will be easier to report thanks to a new Victoria Police service. Called STOPIT, the service will allow people…
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New harm minimisation rules announced
The state government has announced that online betting service providers will be subject to strict new harm minimisation rules. Harm minimisation measures will include the…
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Chocolate treats off limits for furry friends
As World Chocolate Day [Thursday, July 7] passes and chocolate consumption remains high during winter, vets are warning dog owners to be wary of how…
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