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Outdoor trading back in time for summer
Hobsons Bay’s outdoor trading program is returning this summer on the back of the state government’s $54.5 million Outdoor Economy Package.
Almost 200 businesses took...
Frontline workers bear pandemic brunt
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed incredible strain on already stretched frontline healthcare workers, according to a national survey led by Victoria University researchers.
Almost 6670...
Traders celebrate reopening
Inner west traders are celebrating the return to business as Melbourne emerges from the lengthy COVID-19 lockdown.
Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay streets have been bustling...
Spotswood tourism operator fears collapse
A Spotswood tourism business is on the verge of folding after becoming embroiled in a legal dispute with Hobsons Bay Council.
Gourmet Pawprints, which runs...
Victoria University sets sights on future
When vice chancellor Adam Shoemaker took on the top job at Victoria University, the state was emerging from the second wave of the COVID-19...
Level crossing removal back on track
Trains remain due to return to the Williamstown line by mid-December despite a two-week construction shutdown impacting works on the Ferguson Street level crossing...
Tributes pour in for cherished Footscray icon
One of Footscray’s favourite figures, Nick Tsiligiris, has died, aged 86.
A cherished member of the community and a familiar face as the proprietor of...
Freeway users warned of lane changes
West Gate Freeway users are being warned to prepare for changes to lanes in both directions until early next as part of work for...
Conversation crosses generation divide
Stereotypes and prejudices tied to different generations are under the spotlight in the latest creative work by Footscray performers Sarah Ward and Bec Matthews.
The...
Covid restrictions ease again
Melbourne will enjoy significant easing of COVID-19 restrictions this Friday as Victoria tracks toward reaching its 80 per cent double dose vaccination milestone almost...
Tackling challenges posed by pandemic
The COVID pandemic has hit some communities especially hard. We have heard many of the personal stories and tragic circumstances of small businesses and...
Bradmill redevelopment plan
Redevelopment of the landmark former Bradmill factory site in Yarraville could soon be under way after being snapped up by developers for more than...
Commission knocks back council bid to avoid payouts
The Fair Work Commission has knocked back Hobsons Bay council’s bid to avoid redundancy payouts entitlements to five Home Support workers who did not...
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Council steps up its COVID support
Maribyrnong council has promised a further $1 million in support towards helping those hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The $1 million pandemic recovery package,...
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Bulldogs beaten on last ball
It was heartbreak for Footscray in Victorian Premier Cricket, losing on the final ball to Casey South Melbourne on Saturday.
In the first game back...
