Gardening
Half a million trees planted to help try and cool the west
The More Trees for a Cooler, Greener West program celebrates 500,000 trees planted, enhancing our environment in the West.
Local places
Public still in the dark over details of the WSLSC redevelopment
Plans for the Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club redevelopment are now approved. Get the details and next steps.
Local places
Maribyrnong’s Creative West – for $148 million,build something unmistakably Footscray
Is Creative West the best use of public funds? Delve into the proposal's impact on Footscray's cultural and economic future.
Local places
Quilt project spotlights plight of Maribyrnong River and its ‘unseen creatures’
Discover how the Unseen Creatures quilt triptych highlights the importance of protecting river ecosystems through art and community.
Local places
Could the rapid growth of data centres be putting the Maribyrnong River at further risk?
Find out what the expansion of data centres means for our rivers. Participate in the MRWA's community forum on AI and infrastructure.
Local places
Calls for Little Angler program to be suspended as bird deaths increase along the Maribyrnong River
Learn about the tragic bird deaths of birds including black swans in the Maribyrnong River and why locals are concerned about fishing line.
Local places
Calls grow for action on Footscray’s abandoned Forges site
Find out why the abandoned Forges building in Footscray is raising concerns among locals and what changes could make a difference.
Local places
Hansen Reserve facilities ‘not fit for purpose’ but upgrades deferred
Uncover the conditions at Hansen Reserve that affect players' safety and experience, particularly at night.
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