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Maribyrnong to get greener
Maribyrnong Council is fast-tracking greening efforts with a $250,000 state government grant to plant more mature trees. The grant is part of the ‘More Trees…
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Thesis found after stolen laptop retrieved
A university student has been reunited with her stolen laptop and a 47-year-old- man has been charged following a quick response by Williamstown police officers.…
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Suspicious Altona North fire
Police will investigate the cause of a suspicious fire that has badly damaged a vacant home in Altona North. Fire Rescue Victoria responded to a…
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Fire engulfs Newport home
A Newport home has suffered significant damage after a fire broke out about 7.45am today. Fire Rescue Victoria received multiple triple zero calls after the…
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Pitch your way to generous grants
Hobsons Bay residents, community groups, sporting clubs, businesses and organisations are invited to pitch an idea for a one-off community program, project, or initiative that…
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Police launch seaside summer blitz
Victoria Police has launched a high visibility operation targetting antisocial behaviour in foreshore areas where bumper crowds are expected to flock this summer. Running from…
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Talking about start-ups
Victoria University and Startup Victoria have launched a podcast in which they interview start-up founders about the realities of growing their businesses in a global…
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Call to shop local
As we enjoy more freedoms, I would like to encourage everyone to support our local traders by shopping locally. Many of these businesses are operating…
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Hobsons Bay Business Excellence Awards finalists announced
Following more than 18 months of adversity and challenges forced by the lengthy COVID-19 lockdowns, Hobsons Bay’s best businesses are being recognised in the 2021…
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State and council combine for park improvements
Maribyrnong Council and the state government have partnered to create three new and improved park spaces. The dog park at Thomson Reserve in Maribyrnong includes…
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Try your hand at bowls
Now that the days of lockdown are over, people are invited to head down and try a sport that you can enjoy for a lifetime…
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Frog census count marks 20 years
Frog enthusiasts and watchers are getting ready to be on the hunt for frogs in their local area as part of the Frog Census. The…
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Western United sets membership goal
Western United is hoping to break through the 10,000 member barrier for the upcoming A-League season. Having increased its member base to about 7500 in…
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VU ready to welcome back international students
Victoria University has welcomed the state government’s plan to get international students back in the country and back into universities. The state government recently announced…
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Messages promote vaccine
Personal messages and anecdotes from local identities and business owners spelling out the importance of vaccination are rolling out across Maribyrnong. Maribyrnong council is continuing…
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