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    The Westsider: October, 2024

    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.

    Politics

    The Streets People Love: helping Westies make sense of council elections

    Contributor -
    By Georgia Marett This October, Victorians will be voting in council elections. With the recent change to councillor wards, it can be hard to know the candidates in your local area....
    Local places

    A better future for Footscray?

    Contributor -
    By Elwyn Davies An inaugural meeting of the Future Footscray Steering Group took place at Victoria University recently. I was fortunate enough to be invited...
    Wellbeing

    Death Cafés breaking the societal taboo about life’s finale

    Contributor -
    Explore the fascinating world of Death Café: a place where conversations about death and dying take place over a cup of tea and biscuits.
    Our world

    Celebrating migratory birds who come to Melbourne’s West

    Contributor -
    Experience the beauty of bird migration at the Hobsons Bay Wetlands Centre's Open Day. Enjoy free activities, guided walks, and a BBQ while learning about the importance of nature for wellbeing.
    Politics

    COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD

    Advertorial -
    A summary of Dr Daniel Mulino's work for the community.
    Wellbeing

    All work and no play makes … everybody dull

    Contributor -
    Consider the benefits of incorporating play into your adult life. Find out how embracing child-like activities can help you find balance and rediscover fun.
    Gardening

    Gardening with dogs? Stop. Drop. No Dig!

    SLOW GARDENING -
    Meet Sunny, our new four-legged family member, and find out why his enthusiasm for digging may challenge my no dig gardening method.
    Parenting

    The impact of emotional self-care on parenting; A South Asian perspective

    Contributor -
    Self-care is crucial for parents. Find ways to prioritise your own mental and emotional health while navigating the challenges of parenting.
    Parenting

    A social media ban for kids; A band-aid solution or a necessary step?

    Contributor -
    Addressing the issue of cyber security for children: Insights from a cyber safety educator on the effectiveness of a potential social media ban.
    History

    Viney Bros Cycle Works – Bunbury Street, Newport

    GHOST SIGNS -
    Step into the past with Viney Bros Cycle Works. Learn about the unique story of this iconic Welsh family and their bicycle business.

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