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    Environment

    Regenerative development creates vitality and connection for all people

    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...

    A better future for Footscray?

    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...

    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.

    Gardening with dogs? Stop. Drop. No Dig!

    Meet Sunny, our new four-legged family member, and find out why his enthusiasm for digging may challenge my no dig gardening method.

    DEEP WEST: The You Yangs Precinct

    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.

    How the west was won over by a southern cowboy

    In March’s issue, I posed the question about what is in a suburb’s derogatory nickname, deciding head-on to own ‘Scumshine’. As a former resident,...

    Transport company reverses plan to build massive freight hub on rare grasslands in Green Wedge

    Melbourne's green corridor has been saved from potential devastation caused by a multinational freight company. Learn about the community protest that led to the reversal of a $5 billion freight hub plan.

    Smart roads delivering safer journeys

    An advanced warning system on CityLink has reduced crashes by almost 20%. Smart technology detects hotspots and triggers warning signage for safer roads.

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