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The West celebrates World Wetlands Day
The Hobsons Bay Wetlands Centre invites the community to a celebrate World Wetlands Day 2026.
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Friends of Williamstown Wetlands awarded Healthy Cities Landcare Grant
New grant to fund a restoration project at Jawbone, enhancing coastal grassland and preserving local wildlife habitats.
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Community comes together to transform a barren site into a biodiverse rich ‘bug rug’
Explore how the Bug Rug site continues to grow and bring community joy through biodiversity and local engagement.
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Building hope in South Kingsville
Find out how creating an energy-positive, cosy, healthy home contributes to a sense of belonging for displaced families.
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A New Road for Melbourne’s West — But at What Cost?
After years of construction, disruption and debate, the West Gate Tunnel is now open, marking a major shift in how traffic moves through Melbourne’s...
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Kealba landfill disaster: a toxic prison locals can’t escape, and no end in sight
Learn about the environmental disaster at the Kealba landfill, where toxic fumes have affected nearby residents for six years.
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What’s in your backyard: looking beyond environmental colonial legacies
Uncover the significance of Victorian grasslands conservation and the rich history of rare plants, animals and culture.
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Remembering Dr Mary Burbidge: A visionary who helped create Newport Lakes
By Dominique Hes
A plaque has been unveiled at Newport Lakes honouring the late Dr Mary Burbidge – a much-loved doctor, fighter for Newport Lakes, birder...
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