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MARIBYRNONG | HOBSONS BAY

Downsize without compromise

First-time buyers and those looking to downsize will be drawn to this charming, low-maintenance house. It has three bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and ceiling...

New Porsche 911: simply stunning

Porsche's iconic 911 has its first all-new body in years. Obviously the new 911 looks similar to previous models. If it didn't, heads would...

Classic keeps up with the trends

This extended gem combining the best of the old and new and in a popular Newport pocket is indeed a rare find.Traditional open fireplaces,...

Altona indecent assault ‘disturbing’

Police are seeking a young man after the indecent assault of a woman at Altona railway...

Jobs crisis: 105 axed as Altona biscuit maker goes offshore

AN Altona biscuit maker has told its 105 staff that their plant will shut and their jobs will go, with 80per cent...

Athletics: Maribyrnong Sports Academy young guns headed for US

Maribyrnong Sports Academy will send six of the most promising athletes from its ‘junior emerging talent’ program to the United States to take part...

WRFL: John Barnes snared in coaching coup for Devils

NORTH Footscray has appointed former Essendon and Geelong ruckman John Barnes as its senior coach in the Western Region Football League division 1.The Devils...

Cultural Diversity Week: Tastes and sights highlight Maribyrnong melting pot

MARIBYRNONG'S vibrant diversity will erupt in a whirlwind of colour with a host of activities for Cultural Diversity Week (March 16-24).A Stand Up For...

Even playing fields

Sports of all stripes were on show on Saturday in a Midsumma Festival bid to tackle...

PARTY: Eurovision glam for Williamstown High School

Get out those ABBA outfits for a Eurovision Song Contest party hosted by the Parents and Friends Association of Williamstown High School. Organiser Lynne Georgiadis...

Community Calendar: Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay

Holiday options galore Highpoint will be a hive of activity in the lead-up to the Easter school holidays. Highpoint Shopping Day on Thursday offers activities...

Pokies drain inner west with minimal community returns

PUNTERS in Melbourne's inner west are feeling the pinch of pokies losses more than anywhere else in Victoria, as new research reveals they're gambling...

Bowls Victoria: Altona beats Bundoora RSL to reach grand final

Altona is the first side into the Bowls Victoria premier division grand final after beating off a stern challenge from Bundoora RSL in the...

See and Do: What on around Maribyrnong

Literary festival: The Williamstown Literary Festival starts today and culminates in a busy program of more than 30 events this weekend. Among them are...

VRL: ‘Follow-the-leaders’ ethic rewards Roosters

WHEN a do-or-die final is up for grabs, youwant your leaders to step up at the critical moments.Altona Roosters player-coach Jason Warr did just...

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Playgroup marks the holidays

The Seabrook Community Centre Playgroup will celebrate the end of the year when it holds a holiday festival on Thursday, December 5. Beginning at...