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Altona and Williamstown RSL clubs will hold their Anzac Day marches at 2.30pm on Sunday.

Vote in a mini-Archibald

Artists will exhibit their work in the LavARTon Art Show at the Woods Street Arts Space in Laverton from Friday-Tuesday. The exhibition will be launched at 6.30pm on Friday, with an art workshop the next day. Opening hours over the weekend are 11am-3pm. Visitors can vote for their favourite artwork with the ‘people’s choice’ winner receiving a $75 gift voucher for Art Republic in Hoppers Crossing.

Police need help in body-in-river case

Police are renewing their appeal for witnesses following the death of a man in Maribyrnong nearly two years ago. Police are interested in speaking to anyone with new information on the movements of 22-year-old Michael Atakelt, whose body was found in the Maribyrnong River on July 7, 2011. Details to Crime Stoppers, 1800 333 000

Five days to settle Briffa-Hemphill row

Five days have been set aside at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal to hear a dispute between Hobsons Bay councillors Tony Briffa and Peter Hemphill. The dispute started mid-2011 when Cr Hemphill alleged misconduct over emails sent to former Mobil public relations adviser Maureen Short. Cr Hemphill subsequently alleged serious misconduct over the adequacy of Cr Briffa’s apology.

Walk in lakes reserve

A free guided walking tour of Newport Lakes Reserve will be held from 10.30am-12.45pm on Saturday. It’s part of Hobsons Bay’s ‘My smart garden’ program helping residents use their backyards or balconies to grow food. Bookings essential: mysmartgarden.eventbrite.com.au or 9932 1142

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