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    Scumshine, Smelltona, Fear Park – What’s in a name?

    Returning to Sunshine, where I spent my childhood through to my early twenties, brings with it much pride. At times though, I get a slap in the face. The name I am referring to is ‘Scumshine’.

    City of Hobsons Bay foreshore plan

    The Williamstown Tree Group has expressed its strong support for increased tree planting along the foreshore.

    Community fights to save Willy pool from Council redevelopment

    Current members of the Club and concerned residents are rallying to oppose the current plans to remove the Willy pool.

    PUBLIC SHUT OUT OF ENVIRONMENTAL LAW REFORM PROCESS

    When the community has a fair say in decisions about the environment, the outcomes are generally better for people and for nature. 

    DO THE WESTERN SUBURBS NEED A HEALTH CAMPAIGN TO HELP COMBAT THE ILL EFFECTS OF AIR POLLUTION?

    Air pollution accounted for 1.3 per cent of Australia's total burden of disease, while high sun exposure accounted for less than 1 per cent.

    MELBOURNE’S WESTERN SUBURBS ARE RAPIDLY EXPANDING BUT PUBLIC TRANSPORT IS NOT

    Residents say that despite significant investments in recent times, the quality of service does not seem to improve, leading to an over-dependence on cars. 

    RIVER FEST IS COMING TO WYNDHAM PARK

    The River FEST will celebrate the Werribee River through arts and cultural performances at this free family orientated event, in the heart of Werribee.

    WIDER, STRONGER, SAFER DYNON RD BRIDGE RAPIDLY TAKES SHAPE

    When the project is finished, Dynon Road will be wider with a turning lane to the tunnels, giving drivers a new way to travel between the city and the west.

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