Sustainability
Vic Uni develops eco-friendly asphalt for greener roads in Melbourne’s west!
Researchers at Victoria University are developing an innovative green asphalt made from recycled materials!
Local places
Pressure on Victorian Government to adopt Council plan for old Footscray Hospital site
The Reimagining Old Footscray Hospital group (ROFH) welcomes the release of Maribyrnong Council’s draft plan for the soon to be vacated old Footscray Hospital site.
Gardening
The ‘Ground Cover Bandit’ strikes again
It is illegal to take cuttings from plants in council parks, isn’t it? Not that I’d ever do that, I’m just asking for a friend who thinks he might have a problem.
Gardening
Indoor plants: A garden for all seasons
The comfort of indoors is certainly a draw on cold days and the urge to hibernate can be strong. But whether we realise it or not, it is in our makeup to want and indeed need regular nature connection.
Climate
How rising sea levels caused by climate change will impact the west
A lack of green space and green infrastructure in the western suburbs of Melbourne makes our region especially prone to flooding.
Sustainability
What can nature teach us about creating thriving communities?
What can we learn from our place about resilience, adaptability and thriving?
Local places
Cherry Lake Red Watermilfoil
The bloom on Cherry Lake is not the effect of pollution, it’s the native Red Watermilfoil.
Local places
A much loved hardware shop falls victim to underworld arson attack
An arson attack destroyed the hardware shop but the memories escaped the heat and flames.
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