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Hundreds rally to demand changes to Yarraville’s level crossing removal plan

More than 1,000 people gathered in the heart of Yarraville, calling on the State Government to stop and review plans to permanently close Anderson Street as part of the level crossing removal project.

Why we need to bring back Vietnamese bilingual education to Melbourne’s West

Uncover why we need Vietnamese bilingual education to promote cultural identity and language diversity for children.

Celebrating Ada Cambridge (1844–1926) – local heroine and Victorian advocate for women’s rights 

Discover how Ada Cambridge contributed to Australia's literary scene and the fight for women's voting rights.

I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD … be president of a local Neighbourhood Watch

Uncover Alister Dias's transformation from tech executive to community leader dedicated to making a difference in Australia.

Sorry Albo, now actually is the time…

Consider the argument that if the head of the country can’t tackle the tough topics that people want tackled, then who will?

Opposition to AI Data Centres continues to grow, uniting political divides

Explore the growing concerns surrounding data centres and their environmental impacts in the West as construction booms.

Housing crisis: homeless rates in the West highest in Australia

Discover how homeless rates in Melbourne’s west are 50 percent higher than the national average and its implications.

Local hero: Visionary toastmaster Dick Wilkie

Discover the inspiring story of Dick Wilkie, a passionate Toastmasters leader with a vision for effective communication.

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