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    Footscray cemetery: The dead centre of Footscray

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    Uncover the history and significance of Footscray Cemetery, a unique site open for burials since 1869.
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    Discover Altona’s internationally renowned wetlands

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    The Hobsons Bay Wetlands Centre is holding an Open Day at the Truganina Explosives Reserve to mark World Migratory Bird Day.
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    The Serengeti In Our Western Suburbs 

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    There is something deeply surreal about spotting a tower of giraffes grazing with the You Yangs looming in the background. It’s a juxtaposition that...
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    Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club Community Statement

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    The Williamstown Swimming and Life Saving Club's response to recent criticism of the proposed redevelopment addressing specific issues.
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    Altona’s industry and skyline to change forever 

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    The landscape of Altona is transforming. Discover the changes in industries in Altona and what it means for the community.
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    Hobsons Bay Council backtracks on promised safe walk ways and bike paths

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    Learn why promised cycling and walking infrastructure not being delivered has left Hobsons Bay residents demanding change.
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    West Gate Tunnel taking shape

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    Read about progress on the West Gate Tunnel and the veloway cycling paths.
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    Waste-to-Energy a burning issue for Sunbury

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    Hume Councillor Kate Hamley said Sunbury has already taken the contaminated West Gate Tunnel soil that no other suburb wanted and should not also be expected to help burn Melbourne’s rubbish.

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