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Our content is a labour of love, crafted by dedicated volunteers who are passionate about the west. We encourage submissions from our community, particularly stories about your own experiences, family history, local issues, your suburb, community events, local history, human interest stories, food, the arts, and environmental matters. Below are articles created by community contributors. You can find their names in the bylines.

Your voice – March 2025

This months letters include the transparency of Trump and a follow up on Dear Westie's leaf blower letter.

Storytelling comes to the streets of West Footscray

By Christien Wilson  The Footscray West Writers Fest will bring the streets of West Footscray to life in a celebration of literature, community and belonging.  A...

Hey MPs! You say you’re listening to the West? Don’t close Champion Road!

By David Hatley  The closure of Champion Road, Williamstown, is a disaster for the local community. I could easily rant on a political basis here,...

Guerilla gardeners creating a vibrant green space in West Footscray

By Christien Wilson West Footscray locals Christian Fagan and Hayley Pinkham have taken urban renewal to the next level by revitalising a long abandoned council...

Better buses leads to healthier and happier children

By Adele Vosper, Sustainable Cities Collective member. The results of the Werribee by-election clearly show that business cannot continue as usual. While residents are tired...