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    The Westsider: October, 2025

    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.

    The ‘Great Forest National Park’ would be good for the environment and the economy 

    New national parks are popular and protect the environment while allowing diverse activities like camping and biking.

    Who is Point Cook named after? (Not who you might think)

    Find out who Point Cook is named after and learn about the remarkable contributions of John Murray Cooke to maritime history.

    New Message Tree Alliance still seeking recognition of significant cultural site

    Join the conversation on why a cultural site needs to be recognised and the role of events in building meaningful allyship.

    Young people imagine different worlds through the arts

    Learn about creative expression among young people and how they articulate their experiences through innovative programs.

    Have your say on aircraft noise and a third runway at Melbourne Airport

    David Ettershank urges readers to take part in this community consultation on aircraft noise distribution.

    Australians want more local news, and more positive news

    Examine the complexities of delivering news in Australia. Distance presents a significant hurdle for local newspapers and communities.

    London, Paris, Rome …. Werribee?

    Discover the top Werribee highlights and learn why five million visitors choose Melbourne's west each year.

    I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD … be convening Italian conversation classes

    After a long, rich and well-travelled life, Barbara Maher now convenes Italian conversation classes at Altona’s University of the Third Age. 

    Reinvention and inspiration

    KR’s work will be on display at the Community Bank Seddon from the 3rd October – 30th November. 

    Footscray cemetery: The dead centre of Footscray

    Uncover the history and significance of Footscray Cemetery, a unique site open for burials since 1869.

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