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    For F*#k’s Sake! Do the right thing and filter the tunnel stacks now! 

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    MTAG needs financial support to lobby for installation of filtration in the West Gate Tunnel ventilation stacks.
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    Should the former Little Saigon Market become green space?

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    Explore the campaign to transform the Saigon Market site into a green space for the Footscray community and its residents.
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    River ramble along the Maribyrnong for reconciliation

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    The Ramble is a family and dog friendly community walk along the Maribyrnong River in support of the Reconciliation journey to Treaty and beyond.
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    New shared bridge re-connecting the West and CBD

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    A striking new bridge has opened in Docklands transforming how locals move through the city by foot, bike or scooter. Opened in April, the new shared...
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    Hobsons Bay Council frustrated by Champion Road decision

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    In a recent statement Hobsons Bay City Council said they’re ‘extremely disappointed’ in the State Government’s decision to carry on with planned closures of Champion Road despite the dissatisfaction of the local community, Council and businesses. 
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    With fewer pools, the West sweats through another summer

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    By David Ettershank Meeting up with mates at the pool for a swim and a Paddle Pop was a huge part of growing up in...
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    Discover the fascinating birds of Altona’s coastal wetlands with these masterclasss

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    Experience the beauty and diversity of birdlife in Melbourne's west. Join ornithologist Kevin Wood for a series of Masterclasses and delve into the fascinating world of birds.
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    Protecting the local ‘Crystals’ – best snorkelling in town

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    Sign a petition to extend the boundaries of the Jawbone Marine Sanctuary so stricter protections would be put in place to preserve 'The Crystals'.

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