Tag: news
Legal power gone
By ALESHA CAPONE
HOBSONS Bay City Council has lost almost all its legal power to fight a controversial proposal to use ozone-depleting chemicals in Spotswood,...
Living legend of Ella
By ALESHA CAPONE
AT 95 years of age, Williamstown resident Ella Bambery has spent a lifetime helping out the community as a volunteer – and...
Five fires lit in Laverton
By ALESHA CAPONE
A MAN has been arrested after allegedly lighting five fires – including a blaze which destroyed a Scout hall – near the...
Safety concerns over square
By ALESHA CAPONE
HOBSONS Bay City Council will investigate safety and amenity at Harrington Square in Altona following a spate of crimes in the area.
At...
Artist recognised
By ALESHA CAPONE
YING Chi had never picked up a paintbrush until six years ago.
But the talented artist is now an accomplished painter with several...
Councillors clash
By ALESHA CAPONE
HOBSONS Bay Councillor Peter Hemphill has accused his fellow Cr Tony Briffa of letting ratepayers down by allegedly refusing to attend fortnightly...
Prized pair
By ALESHA CAPONE
TWO Altona residents have been recognised for their dedication to helping out the community.
Last week the Rotary Club of Altona City gave...
Kelsey’s a golden girl
By ALESHA CAPONE
AN ALTONA Meadows teenager has received a prestigious award which recognises the achievements of youth.
Kelsey Fox, 18, was among 100 young Victorians...
Botanic beauty
HOBSONS Bay City Council Mayor Angela Altair soaked up the sun last week at the historical Williamtown Botanic Gardens. Cr Altair inspected the Botanic...
Sports star
By ALESHA CAPONE
AT 17 years old Michael Van Wilgenburg is already making a splash in the sports arena.
The young swimmer and runner attends Bayside...
Christmas presence
YOUNG Madison and Ryan were delighted when Santa Claus took a break from the North Pole and visited the Williamstown Community and Education Centre...
Picture perfect
WILLIAMSTOWN North Primary School pupil Sofia has received a prize for her creative abilities. The talented young artist has won the people's choice award...
