Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay | Star Weekly
Local thrift stores making secondhand second nature. In Business 26/09/2024. Two thrift stores in Melbourne’s west are part of a growing push for sustainable fashion, offering eco-conscious shoppers affordable alternatives while reducing waste.
Arrests and seizures in successful operation
16 hours ago · 21/10/2024. A Footscray man was among 10 people arrested during an overnight car theft operation in Brimbank. Operation Ghost ran for three nights from October 10 to October 12, with police targeting people breaking into and stealing cars. Officers also seized three stolen vehicles during the operation which honed in on shopping centre and ...
End of an era at Borrack Square | Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay
16 hours ago · Altona North resident Cathy Nikolioudakis summed up the feelings of many in the community when the Woolworths supermarket in Borrack Square closed its doors for the last time on Friday, October 18. “It’s the end of an era,” said Ms Nikolioudakis, who shopped at the Borrack Square supermarket all her adult life. “For nearly 60 years ...
Free camping | Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay
2 days ago · Premier Jacinta Allan and Minister for Environment Steve Dimopoulos visited Leanganook Camping Area in Mount Alexander Regional Park to announce camping will be free at all 131 of Parks Victoria’s paid campgrounds from 1 December 2024 until 30 June 2025 – saving families $7.3 million in booking fees. The $9 million investment will ensure ...
Bulldogs bounce back | Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay
1 day ago · The Western Bulldogs have bounced back from a forgettable, goalless fortnight with their highest score of the AFLW season, trouncing Carlton by 33 points at Ikon Park. The Dogs moved past the Blues (both 3-6) into 12th position with their 9.7 (61)-4.4 (28) victory on Thursday night, which was soured by ruck ace Alice Edmonds’ ankle injury.
Grant to preserve Victorian history | Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay
2 days ago · 20/10/2024. The state government is helping community groups to preserve Victoria’s rich history by showcasing historical records and collections. Minister for Government Services Gabrielle Williams announced that applications are open for the Local History Grants Program. The Local History Grants Program has been running for 23 years ...
Sarah Carter honoured posthumously | Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay
4 days ago · Cade Lucas. Former Maribyrnong mayor Sarah Carter has been inducted into the Victorian Honour Roll of Women, just months after her shock death. The 45-year-old councillor was found dead at her home on August 6. Ms Carter was one of 21 women inducted into the honour roll at a ceremony at the Arts Centre Melbourne on October 16.
Mayors past and present contest Maribyrnong
Sep 20, 2024 · Controversial former upper house MP, Catherine Cumming, and former Labor mayors John Cumming and Cameron McDonald are all attempting comebacks, while current mayor Cuc Lam and sitting councillors and former mayors Michael Clarke and Anthony Tran are also standing. A total of 38 candidates will contest this year’s election in Maribyrnong, the ...
Flood change | Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay
May 7, 2024 · Cr Sarah Carter. It’s been nearly two years since the devastating Maribyrnong River floods, which impacted over 500 residents, businesses and community organisations in our municipality. In my 15 years as councillor, the October 2022 flood was the worst weather event on record and our community is still healing from the devastation caused.
Satisfaction high with Maribyrnong - Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay
Apr 4, 2024 · In its meeting on Tuesday, March 19, council released the results of the survey, displaying council’s overall performance of 6.9 out of 10, which is marginally below that of metropolitan Melbourne average of 7.0.