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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…
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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 pandemic.…
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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 removal.…
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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…
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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 the…
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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…
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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 a…
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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 the…
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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 $200…
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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 wish…
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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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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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West Gate traffic builds after breakdown
A breakdown on the West Gate Bridge is causing inbound traffic to build up, with the left lane closed. The speed limit is set to…
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Tributes follow passing of Footscray Olympic Doughnuts icon Nick Tsiligiris
Tributes are pouring in for Footscray icon Nick Tsiligiris, who passed away on Thursday, aged 86. Mr Tsiligiris was a cherished member of the community…
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Whitten Oval hosts Covid-19 vaccination pop-up
People yet to be vaccinated against COVID-19 are being urged to get the jab this weekend at VU Whitten Oval’s second pop-up clinic. The clinic…
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