Police call for calm following spate aggravated burglaries
A spate of aggravated burglaries across the western suburbs has prompted a police inspector to call for calm.
Inspector Wayne Newman said police understood the...
Growing support behind Macedon Ranges Regional Sports Hub
A Macedon father of six has joined the growing chorus of residents calling for federal, state and local governments to support a centrally located...
NAIDOC Week this year has been a time to build bridges
NAIDOC Week this year has been a time to build bridges between Victoria Police and young indigenous people of the west.
The first event on...
Footscray designer Iva Pfeiffer raises funds for refugee charity
The auction of a clothing collection inspired by harrowing journeys made by refugees has raised more than $3000 for charity.
Pieces from Footscray designer Iva...
Kealba attack victim dies in hospital
A 28-year-old Hoppers Crossing man has died after being assaulted at a Kealba service station carpark at the weekend.
Homicide squad detectives believe Aaron Burnett...
Victoria State Rose Garden volunteers win award
Victoria State Rose Garden volunteers were in full bloom last week after receiving a Heritage Council award.
In recognition of the hard work and long...
Residents join council in VCAT battle
Riverbend Park residents and Wyndham council are at VCAT this week fighting plans for a controversial Werribee subdivision.
The initial permit application sought to subdivide...
Numbers for property damage offences in Wyndham are falling
Vandals have been responsible for more than 6500 property damage offences in Wyndham in the past five years, but the numbers are falling.
Figures from...
Group moves to block tip works
The Western Region Environment Centre is worried about the operation of proposed new “cells” at the Werribee and Ravenhall tips.
Centre spokesman Harry van Moorst...
New Tarneit estate gets $12 million road upgrade
A Tarneit road that will run through the heart of the suburb’s newest housing estate has received a $12 million upgrade – and there’s...
Track records count in local polls
Candidates in October’s council elections will be asked what training they have done to take on the job of councillor.
And, if they’ve already been...
Elderly Werribee robbery victim calls for CCTV cameras
An elderly Werribee resident, who was attacked and robbed while walking home after a trip to the grocery store, is calling for CCTV cameras...
Support farmers, secure food supply
More investment is needed in water infrastructure to support farmers at Werribee South if food supplies are to be secured for a growing population,...
Plan aims to tackle Wyndham traffic and transport woes
Transport and traffic in Wyndham have been put under the microscope, with council releasing a plan outlining possible strategies for the next 24 years.
The...
Joanne Ryan continues on as Lalor’s MP
Joanne Ryan has retained her hold on the seat of Lalor, with voters across Wyndham returning the incumbent Labor MP with a thumping majority.
The...
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Wyndham still without a win in champ division
It was a big weekend off the court for Wyndham as it unveiled its premiership banners but its championship sides remain winless.
Both the women’s...
