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Trekking for chances

Over the weekend, five purpose-driven organisations and individuals participated in a three-day fundraising trek with Western Chances. Western Chances is a non-for-profit organisation empowering young...

Flood inquiry in hot water

Six Maribyrnong residents impacted by the 2022 floods recently presented their stories to a Federal Parliamentary Inquiry, although members of the Maribyrnong Community Recovery...

Calling for camera action

Air quality in Maribyrnong has long been an issue, one which local community group Maribyrnong Truck Action Group (MTAG) has been at the forefront...

A journey back to childhood

Sydney-based visual artist and photographer, Hameed Akinwande has captivated Melbourne with his first solo exhibition and book launch titled ‘Let the Boys Play’ (LTBP). On...

Man charged following stabbing in Maribyrnong shopping centre

Westgate Divisional Response Unit detectives have charged a man following an alleged stabbing at a shopping centre in Maribyrnong on Sunday, April 21. It is...

Shoot out stalls opening

After months of back and forth between Moon Dog Craft Brewery and Maribyrnong council, it seems there is no happy ending following a last...

Asbestos confirmed at 14 sites

The total number of asbestos-affected sites in Hobsons Bay has been finalised at 14 sites, following the confirmation of contamination at a further five...

Gators continue on

The Altona Gators got two crucial wins as they try to stay in touch with the top sides in the Big V women’s division...

Roosters ready for new challenges

West Footscray coach Shane Windridge is excited by what his new look playing group can do in the Western Football League women’s competition. The Roosters...

Magic starting to click

Things are starting to fall into place for Altona Magic in the National Premier League competition. After an ‘ugly’ win the previous round, the Magic...

Magpies get first win

Parkside was keen to come and show they wouldn’t be easy beats back in the top flight of the Western Football League and early...

First loss for Seagulls

Williamstown’s winning streak ended at three in the Victorian Football League on Saturday. The Seagulls were one of three teams undefeated entering round four, with...

Falcons go big

The City West Falcons took the rolling sub to a new level as they did a demolition job against the Peninsula Waves on Wednesday...

Hearing aids: what to expect when you wear them.

Starting to use hearing aids is a big step for anyone, especially if you’re in your 60s and have been missing out on a...

Final opportunity to secure Waterline Place apartment

Seize the final opportunity to secure a luxury Williamstown apartment with spectacular views at Waterline Place by AVJennings. With the building nearing completion, prospective buyers...

New Doutta Galla CEO to champion quality aged care

Doutta Galla Aged Care Services Limited (Doutta Galla) is delighted to announce the appointment of Glenn Rappensberg as its new Chief Executive Officer, who...

Townhomes at Bradmill Yarraville designed with an eye to the future

Pioneer Townhomes, the first homes to hit the market at the iconic Bradmill Yarraville residential mixed-use development, will pay homage to the site’s industrial...

A retirement lifestyle like no other

What does your perfect day look like? Is it a family outing to the beach? A leisurely hike through the Wetlands Bird Sanctuary? Or...

Bradmill Yarraville has best of the west on its doorstep

Bradmill Yarraville, developed in partnership by Frasers Property Australia and Irongate, is ideally located at 355-359 Francis Street, Yarraville, to take advantage of the...

Marching for Anzacs

The Footscray RSL hosted its annual Anzac Day march on Sunday, April 21. Beginning at 11am, the procession began at Victoria University, completing its journey...

Marching for justice

More than 80 members of the Hobsons Bay community marched on Tuesday, April 9, in support of Techno Park residents currently at threat of...

Affordable homes

Across the state, people are grappling with the high cost of housing. At a local level, approximately 30 per cent of residents living in...

Setting sun seeks filmmakers

The 11th annual Setting Sun International Film Festival (SSIFF) is calling for entries for its annual festival. This year the festival will be held from...

My Place

Award winning local author Louise Karch tells Jennifer Pittorino about her new book. Tell us why you decided to come to Australia from Canada. I had...

Stabbing at Highpoint Shopping Centre

Emergency services responded to a stabbing in Maribyrnong on Sunday, April 21. It is understood two males were involved in a physical altercation inside a...

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Man charged following stabbing in Maribyrnong shopping centre

Westgate Divisional Response Unit detectives have charged a man following an alleged stabbing at a shopping centre in Maribyrnong on Sunday, April 21. It is...

Marching for Anzacs