Josie Vine

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A column by Josie Vine, RMIT senior journalism lecturer.

All eyes on Taylors Road and a big stink in Brimbank

Read about the latest from the March 2026 Council meetings at Brimbank, Hobsons Bay, Wyndham and Maribyrnong.

Dog poo, the rubbish revolution, a mayor suspended, and what comes next for Footscray’s CBD security

With protestors outside Maribyrnong and changes to waste collection in Brimbank, Council action continues to be critical to the everyday lives of Westie's.

Councils of the West united in their call for the state government to improve facilities and services

LeadWest launched state requests ‘Advocacy Priorities’ to address local government financial constraints and reform challenges.

New mayors across the West and just a little ruckus

November reviews from Brimbank City Council, Maribyrnong City Council, Hobsons Bay City Council and Wyndham Council meetings

Annual reports, rail versus runways, and a mayor returns 

October reviews from Brimbank City Council, Maribyrnong City Council, Hobsons Bay City Council and Wyndham Council meetings