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    New trails transform cycling and walking in Melbourne’s west

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    The two new and upgraded trails now open around Altona North, Brooklyn and Yarraville, are part of the more than 14 kilometres of works being completed across the West Gate Tunnel Project.
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    Toxic industries still growing in the west. When will it stop?

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    Discover the dark side of the west: toxic industries and their impact on the community.
    Sustainability

    Join the Green West Fest: A community festival promoting sustainability!

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    Get involved in Green West Fest, a celebration of sustainability and community in Melbourne's west. Take part in a collaborative art project for a greener future.
    Sustainability

    Regenerative development creates vitality and connection for all people

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    By Dominique Hes When we think of regeneration we think about a forest after a fire or restoring land after a flood. But what does...
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    A better future for Footscray?

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    By Elwyn Davies An inaugural meeting of the Future Footscray Steering Group took place at Victoria University recently. I was fortunate enough to be invited...
    Our world

    Celebrating migratory birds who come to Melbourne’s West

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    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.
    Gardening

    Gardening with dogs? Stop. Drop. No Dig!

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    Meet Sunny, our new four-legged family member, and find out why his enthusiasm for digging may challenge my no dig gardening method.
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    DEEP WEST: The You Yangs Precinct

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    Discover the beauty of the You Yangs in the west. Immerse yourself in nature with walking tracks, mountain bike trails, and panoramic views of the Wadawurrung plains.

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