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    The Westsider: September, 2023

    The Westsider is a not-for-profit, monthly community newspaper, written by volunteers and delivered to hundreds of pick-up points across the inner west each month.

    REDUCE YOUR CHANCE OF A TRAUMATIC BIRTH

    Educate yourself so that you know what the best care is and can make informed decisions.

    HOBSONS BAY’S FIRST OUTDOOR EXERCISE PARK DESIGNED FOR OLDER PEOPLE

    I will train people to safely and effectively use the equipment to prevent falls. I’m also keen to train volunteers so they can teach others.

    AN INTERVIEW WITH WESTERN EDGE’S KIRIL STAMENKOV

    Western Edge is one of Australia’s most exciting theatre companies, amplifying diverse young voices of Melbourne’s western suburbs.

    EMERGING MUSICIANS FROM THE WEST HONE THEIR SKILLS FOR SPECTACULAR PERFORMANCE

    Rising stars of the west are preparing for a grand showcase of musical talent in the upcoming Victoria State Schools Spectacular.

    TIME TO RING THE EMERGENCY INFLATION BELLS?

    By 2024 inflation is expected to return to the magic 2–3%!

    WANT TO KNOW THE SECRET OF NONNA’S DELICIOUS MEATBALLS?

    If you want tender and moist meatballs the secret is stale bread!

    WINE VS WINE

    St Hugo Grenache Shiraz Mataro vs Rosewood Flora Rosé

    HECHO EN MEXICO – ALTONA

    In just over a year Hecho en Mexico has established itself as a Pier Street favourite.

    LEFT WRITE HOOK

    The program suits people who have existing support, understand their trauma and how it impacts them, and are ready to work within a group.

    HOW THE MATILDAS CAPTURED OUR HEARTS AND MINDS

    While hope isn’t a bad thing, it raises our expectations, and this can make losing hurt even more. In fact, losing activates the same pathway in our brains as physical pain. 

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