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Editor’s note
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Change happens slowly, and then suddenly. And in this moment it feels like change is suddenly impacting everything, everywhere, all at once, and not in a good way.
Your voice – October 26
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This month, you have responded to our stories about plans for the Woolstore and Creative West.
How community helps foster belonging and purpose outside of extremist movements
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Understand how belonging shapes our sense of identity and the role of communities in fulfilling this basic human need.
Altona Woodworkers Club – a community treasure
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Discover the warmth of the Altona Woodworkers Club, where enthusiasts of all ages come together to create and learn.
Cost of living and public transport top concerns for residents in...
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Learn how the cost of living impacts local communities in Melbourne’s west through insights from the Our West, Our Future Assembly.
Teens and parents bear the brunt of transport woes in the...
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The lack of fast, frequent and reliable public transport impacts everyone in Melbourne's West, but for households with children, the toll is exceptionally high.
AI data centres increase concerns aboutover-extracting freshwater from Maribyrnong River
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Join the Maribyrnong River and Waterways Association in a flotilla to advocate for better water management in Victoria's waterways.
In this election, which politicians genuinely want to tackle air pollution...
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Discover the connection between air pollution and truck traffic in Maribyrnong as MTAG reflects on two decades of advocacy.
Place for nature – stage one of Altona Meadow’s Wetland Centre...
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Learn about the Wetland Centre's development, inspired by global models and aimed at enhancing local biodiversity.
Hundreds rally to demand changes to Yarraville’s level crossing removal plan
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More than 1,000 people gathered in the heart of Yarraville, calling on the State Government to stop and review plans to permanently close Anderson Street as part of the level crossing removal project.
