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Join the ‘Litterati’ to clean up the West and improve your wellbeing

Discover the rewarding practice of picking up rubbish in local area and improve your mental health.

I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD … become an international tennis official

Tony's love of tennis led him to train as a line umpire and begin a rewarding career.

I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD … study a degree in comedy

His school mates may remember him as the class clown so it might come as no surprise that in 2024, Ned McVicar, then 21, enrolled in a Bachelor of Comedy. Seriously!

I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD … be convening Italian conversation classes

After a long, rich and well-travelled life, Barbara Maher now convenes Italian conversation classes at Altona’s University of the Third Age. 

Community led solutions at Footscray Development Conference

Real-world challenges and community-led solutions will take centre stage at the Community Development Conference in Footscray mid-October.

Why Local Ethnic Groups Are Struggling — And How We Can Help Them Survive

Across Australia, many long-standing ethnic community groups are quietly folding. Organisations that once thrived with active committees, full event calendars and strong cultural traditions...

Williamstown residents call for action over the dangerous use of e-bikes

Residents express concerns about illegal e-bikes. Find out how speeding riders are threatening safety in local streets.

A plea for e-bikes from an old(er) rider

An e-bike adventurer explains the difference between safe legal e-bikes and illegal e-bike batteries.

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