Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star Weekly

  • Third time lucky for crime and safety motion

    Third time lucky for crime and safety motion

    A contentious crime and community safety motion has finally been endorsed by Hobsons Bay council at the third time of asking. At Tuesday night’s meeting,…

  • Yarraville level crossing to go

    Yarraville level crossing to go

    The Anderson Street level crossing in Yarraville is set to be closed to traffic by the end of the decade under plans released by the…

  • Bull’s backyard blitz is back

    Bull’s backyard blitz is back

    Yarraville tradie Erin Bull is used to working on other people’s homes, but on on Saturday November 15 he’ll be doing so for free. Mr…

  • Grants to seal car parks, reduce pollution

    Grants to seal car parks, reduce pollution

    Several Hobsons Bay reserves will receive upgrades as part of efforts to improve air quality. HC Kim Reserve in Seaholme, Loft Reserve in Newport, and…

  • Supporting asylum seekers into work

    Supporting asylum seekers into work

    More refugees and asylum seekers will be offered free or subsidised training to help them gain meaningful employment thanks to collaboration between the state government…

  • Edge steps down

    Edge steps down

    Alex Johnson will step into the Footscray Victorian Football League coaching role after premiership coach Stewart Edge decided to step aside. Having begun his coaching…

  • Tunnel safety risks rejected

    Tunnel safety risks rejected

    The state government has dismissed claims the West Gate Tunnel poses a safety risk to firefighters and other emergency services personnel. According to recent media…

  • Altona keen to take the next step

    Altona keen to take the next step

    Altona is keen on not just making up the numbers in the Bowls Victoria weekend pennant premier division this season. Having just missed out on…

  • New business directory to support LGBTIQA+ community

    New business directory to support LGBTIQA+ community

    A new online tool has been launched to highlight inclusive businesses in Hobsons Bay. Council has launched a rainbow business directory, showcasing local businesses that…

  • Draft council plan open for feedback

    Draft council plan open for feedback

    Hobsons Bay’s draft council plan has been released for community feedback. Designed to provide a roadmap for council for the next four years, the draft…

  • Shristy to bring ‘Fractured’ to Footscray

    Shristy to bring ‘Fractured’ to Footscray

    Get ready for a night of raw emotion and electrifying energy as western suburbs singer, songwriter, producer and DJ, Shristy, previews her upcoming EP Fractured…

  • Mayoral role statements rejected

    Mayoral role statements rejected

    Hobsons Bay council has voted against a proposal to adopt its mayor and deputy mayor role statements at its October meeting on Tuesday night. A…