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Community unites to clean up The Crystals and support Jawbone Marine Sanctuary expansion

Nearly 850 litres of rubbish were removed for the protection of Hobsons Bay’s marine ecosystems

The community-focused approach against crime for a safer Hobsons Bay

Neighbourhood Watch Hobsons Bay is focused on practical crime prevention measures and working collaboratively in the community.

Footscray welcomes a new hospital but what is the future of the old hospital site?

After seven years, there has been no update on the future of the old hospital site. How long will the wait be?

Traders unhappy with decision to end Footscray Mall security patrols

Learn about trader response to the end of the security patrol trial. Footscray's local businesses express their views on safety.

Hidden barriers when discriminated at work, study shows 

Members of four major communities in Melbourne’s West experience extra barriers to getting legal assistance when they experience discrimination or sexual harassment at work.