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Education

Melbourne’s booming west missing out on schools

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By Ben Richards, Freddie Moffat, Phoebe Miller, Yarrah Muneer and David Allen It's no secret the western suburbs are growing fast.  It's also no secret...
Sustainability

Footscray Housing: Melbourne’s missing middle?

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By Ciara Duffy-Quinn, Felix Pocius, Jack Holland, Adam Miller and David Allen Melbourne's population is expected to grow to over 5 million by 2030, all...
Sustainability

Westside mothers try to end the influence fossil fuel companies have on our elections

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By Erin Stewart Two local mums of the West have launched a grassroots fundraising effort to support community-backed independents at the upcoming federal election to...
Politics

Without tunnel filters the West becomes even more toxic than it already is!

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Action is required to protect the inner west from air and noise pollution resulting from the unfiltered Westgate tunnel ventilation stacks.
People

One-armed bandits: Pokies’ grip on Melbourne’s West

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The City of Brimbank population area is the biggest spender at gambling venues. Why and what can be done to help curb our losses.
Sustainability

Dodgy operators, councils compromised and communities fed up. How illegal dumping is wreaking havoc in Melbourne’s west.

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Uncover the issue of illegal dumping in Melbourne's western suburbs. Find out about the damage it causes to land, waterways, and overall liveability.
Local places

Removing four dangerous level crossings in Melton

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Find out how the level crossings removal project in Melton promotes safety and improves the community's transportation.
People

Zero emission buses the perfect solution to the West’s public transport woes 

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Zero emission buses in West may be the solution to a faster and greener commute.

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