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The Westsider: May, 2026

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.

Newport Veterans fight back

After a rare suspension of the Newport Sub-Branch, Veterans are working to rebuild a stronger and more effective local support network.

An integrated approach to public transport is needed to address equal access in the West

By A/Prof Elmira Jamei, Victoria University and Al Reid, micromobility commentator and CEO of Microfleet  The recent rise in fuel prices, driven by global geopolitical tensions,...

I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD … become president of the Hobson’s Bay Men’s Shed

Meet David Berner and delve into how the Hobsons Bay Men Shed fosters friendship and support among men in the community.

Are you the next community-backed independent candidate for the State electorate of Footscray?

By Anna Roberts Voices of the Inner West of Melbourne, a Community Independents’ group, is inviting Expressions of Interest from people interested in standing as...

Williamstown’s brutal convict ships a ‘terror to evil-doers’

Conditions on the prison hulks anchored at Williamstown were extremely harsh for prisoners including Ned Kelly.

Steve the Yarraville Station guy

Through day-to-day kindness Steve has built a community around Yarraville station.

Meet local artist, Louise Salmon

Louise is a Brit based in Yarraville, and exploring Australia’s nature and landscapes is her greatest inspiration.

Screens – May 26

This month's film reviews are Wolfram, The Sheep Detectives, H is for Hawk, and Birthright.

Recommended reading – April 26

Books reviewed this month include The Sunbird, Bird Deity, The Boy and the Dog Tree, Departure (s) and My Body is for Kindness.

Review: A Long Goodbye 

A Long Goodbye is a Westie production with key cast members hailing from Sydenham and film maker Deepthy Nirmala James herself a resident of Hillside.

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