Our world
Migrants flock to the foreshore
Curlew Sandpipers share the Laverton Creek mudflats with a migrating flock of Bar-tailed Godwits.
Our world
Celebrating migratory birds who come to Melbourne’s West
Experience the beauty of bird migration at the Hobsons Bay Wetlands Centre's Open Day. Enjoy free activities, guided walks, and a BBQ while learning about the importance of nature for wellbeing.
Our world
Air pollution kills: What you can do to mitigate your risk
The Westsider reached out to Dr Nima Izadyar and A/Prof Elmira Jamei, scientists at Victoria University, to ask just how dangerous air pollution is, and what you can do to reduce the impact.
Our world
What bird is that? A guide to twitching in the west
Bird watching during lockdown led to a deeper appreciation of our birdlife.
Our world
DESEXING THE WEST!
By doing a more affordable ‘snip and chip’, we’re making cat desexing accessible to more western suburbs families
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WRESTLING FOR LOVE
When male rhinoceros beetles want to impress the females, they use their super strength.
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WESTSIDERS SENDING SUPPORT TO UKRAINE’S FRONTLINE
Postcards to the Front is a superb initiative by retired Newport resident Peter Ramadge.
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