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The end of forever?

The importance of friendships - even fleeting ones.

Willy Lit Fest hosts the first live crossword tournament in the West – and you’re invited

By Jas Ayles Think you’re good at crosswords? Have you been quietly dominating The Westsider’s monthly crossword for the past year? Do you have a pencil in...

I Want Everything

Australian author Dominic Amerena, a former Westie now living in Greece, chats about his latest work, I Want Everything.

Recommended reading – May 2025

Book reviews this month: Your Asian Veggie Patch, I am an Amazing Asian Girl and Time Together.

Youre going to be ok

Darby Hudson's book is a deep mine of ideas to challenge a dispassionate and complacent response to life in the 21st century.

Recommended reading – April 2025

Reviews this month: Twist, Ella and the Sleepover Safari, The Ledge, and Clear.

Stories for children, inspired by children and everyday moments

Aryani Siti has 22 children’s books available at libraries throughout Hobsons Bay.

Recommended reading – March 2025

If you have any great reading suggestions for young or older, please send them to editor@ thewestsider. com.au  SATURDAY, SUNDAY: BUSY DAY FUN DAY  By Natalie...

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