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    Monthly Archives: November, 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.

    Education

    THOUSANDS OF LOCAL STUDENTS STEAM AHEAD WITH WEST GATE KIDS

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    The West Gate Kids program allows kids to participate in hands-on, experience-based learning that is engaging, inclusive and accessible to all types of learners.
    Education

    TEACHING THE BASICS OF UPCYCLING TO PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN

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    Every scrap and thread is recycled into new stitched items or ends up as cushion stuffing.
    Gardening

    VIVE LA DIFFERENCE IN THE GARDEN

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    It was the web of life in action. And it showed that the more connections we put in place, the greater the resilience of our little ecosystems.
    Gardening

    THE MYSTERIOUS CASE OF THE MISSING BURIED TIME CAPSULE

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    About ten years ago, my youngest and I buried a time capsule in the back garden, using what I thought was a sturdy plastic container.
    People

    FACES OF FOOTSCRAY

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    Ray has recorded and performed with some of Australia’s biggest names.
    Arts

    REVIEW OF MINDY MENG WANG’S GUÀI AT FOOTSCRAY COMMUNITY ARTS

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    She created the ultimate art-meets-science experience to prompt people to think critically about AI technology.
    People

    FOR HINDUS IT’S DAMODAR MONTH BUT WHY IS IT SO SPECIAL?

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    Damodar Month, also known as Kartik Maas, is one of the most auspicious months in the Hindu calendar.
    Entertainment

    NOVEMBER IS AUSMUSIC MONTH SO IT’S TIME TO SUPPORT AND CELEBRATE YOUR FAVOURITE AUSSIE ARTISTS!

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    All funds go towards supporting musicians, managers, crew and music workers through different programs.
    Opinion

    MY LOVE LETTER TO THE WEST

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    The West's sense of community was palpable, a shared pride not just in who they were but also in where they called home.
    Opinion

    SEVEN WAYS TO CONNECT WITH NEW LOCAL FRIENDS

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    Don’t let shyness, bad weather or cost keep you from buddying up with your new friend!

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