People
Vale Sarah Carter
On Friday 16 August, people from all walks of life in both the West and beyond, gathered to bid their emotional farewells to Maribyrnong City Councillor Sarah Carter, who tragically passed away suddenly in early August.
People
Passing of the Footscray lad who penned homegrown classic Summer of the Seventeenth Doll
Playwright Ray Lawler died in July this year aged 103. The celebrated writer, actor, director and producer is best remembered for his ground-breaking Australian play, Summer of the Seventeenth Doll. Its success reassured an emerging sunburnt nation that their unique storytelling was of artistic worth.
People
Is it time to reimagine senior citizens centres in the western suburbs?
After half a century of supporting seniors, the West Sunshine Multicultural Italian Senior Citizens is closing its doors for good. The club profoundly impacted many lives, offering a sense of belonging and friendship however, with ageing members and a lack of interest from the new generation, committee members had to make the tough call.
Community
Champions of the West – Rick van Keulen
You would not believe how much splendour exists in deceptively motley-looking blocks of grassland in St Albans and Cairnlea. Walk through them with Rick van Keulen and he helps you see all the different, often winsomely-named plants, such as featherheads, button wrinkleworts, golden billybuttons and showy podolepis, many of which have begun to flower.
People
African Youth Initiative kicks off in Melton
The official opening of the African Youth Initiative (AYI) in Melton was a chance to get an insight into their Girls Chat program.
Opinion
Debunking the ‘I’ve worked hard’ myth
Challenging the notion of 'working hard' for wealth. Learn why the 'worked hard' narrative overlooks privilege and contributes to societal inequality.
People
How a Spotswood Primary art teacher became an Instagram star!
Learn how Cindy Asp, the art teacher at Spotswood Primary School, connects with the school community through her Instagram account.
Education
SCIENCE IN ACTION AT YCC
Get involved in Science Week at Yarraville Community Centre. Join the dynamic workshop for children aged 6-12 exploring gravity, electricity, and more.
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