Environment

No changes to Willy Beach Life Saving Club redevelopment plans despite state takeover

Read about the latest in the Willy Beach Life Saving Club redevelopment and local concerns.

An integrated approach to public transport is needed to address equal access in the West

By A/Prof Elmira Jamei, Victoria University and Al Reid, micromobility commentator and CEO of Microfleet  The recent rise in fuel prices, driven by global geopolitical tensions,...

Traffic chaos for the West (again) as Newport cut off by dual road closures 

Newport residents and business owners are bracing for major disruption as Champion Road is permanently closed on April 10 and Maddox Road closes from April 9-25.

Is it time to bring back Altona North’s Paisley Station?

As Altona North is growing, so is the need for better public transport. Now, there’s a petition to parliament to bring Paisley Station back to Altona North. It’s aiming for 10,000 signatures, so get on board.

Sunshine Superhub set to transform Melbourne’s west, but locals divided 

Locals look forward to a transformed west with the new construction on the Sunshine Superhub beginning, but also express concerns.

Funding agreement for Willy Life Saving Club changed without public notice

Proposed plans to modernise the historic clubhouse have been mired in controversy due to the inclusion of a two-storey building with a function venue, gym, expanded members areas and facilities encroaching onto public land.

The ‘unseen creatures’ of Maribyrnong River working hard to keep it sustainable

Finding out about ‘unseen creatures’ was part of a sustainability program run by community group U3A Maribyrnong. 

Wyndham Community Garden Swap is celebrating its 16 year anniversary this month 

Join the Wyndham Community Garden Swap, a group of friendly gardeners who meet on the first Sunday of each month in Hoppers Crossing.

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