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One-armed bandits: Pokies’ grip on Melbourne’s West

RMIT student journalism RMIT student journalism -
The City of Brimbank population area is the biggest spender at gambling venues. Why and what can be done to help curb our losses.
Businesses

Zaparas Lawyers: 40 years of service for the West

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After 40 years of service in the West, Zaparas Lawyers has grown into one of the most trusted personal injury law firms in Victoria.
People

No questions asked: the tireless locals providing services to the inner west’s homeless

David Allen David Allen -
Learn about the support services in Footscray for homeless individuals and addiction recovery. Find out how the community is working towards a brighter future.
People

Gary Lee: Community champion empowering young people

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From humble beginnings since arriving in Melbourne as an international student, Gary Lee has become a community champion.
Opinion

Make Yarraville Great Again: I’m with Donald on this one

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He's got the beanies and no one knows more than he does about the renaming of suburbs. Welcome Marrowville.
People

A new era of growth at Yarraville Community Centre

Yarraville Community Centre - Advertorial Yarraville Community Centre - Advertorial -
For five decades, YCC has been a vital hub for the local community, providing a diverse range of services from educational short courses, childcare, community projects, food relief and more. 
Opinion

If AI is the future, why aren’t we (like really) talking about it now?

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Do we understand the influence of billionaires and corporate agendas in the development of automation and AI?
Businesses

Spare Change Warehouse Direct, Burnside

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Spare Change Warehouse Direct is an amazing Op Shop, in an amazing location, and even better deals.

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