Delivery man hurt
A doughnut delivery driver was injured in an attempted vehicle theft in Altona North early on Monday morning. Police say three men arrived at the United service station in Pinnacle Road about 4.20am. While the 62-year-old doughnut man was inside the store, one of the trio tried to drive off in his van. The victim ran outside and grabbed the keys. He was punched in the face before the would-be thieves fled. The van rolled over the victim’s foot. He was taken to hospital with a leg injury. Crime Stoppers: 1800333000.
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Maribyrnong festival grants
Maribyrnong council has announced the recipients of more than $360,000 in Festival City grants. Recipients include the Yarraville Festival ($29,500), Wominjeka ($25,000), Seddon Festival ($22,000) and Stony Creek Music Festival ($20,000).
Adult learner activity day
Yarraville Community Centre is encouraging adults of all ages to rediscover learning during Adult Learners’ Week (September 1-8). An activity day at Beaton Reserve on Wednesday, September 6, will feature a free barbecue between 11am and 1.30pm.
Details: adultlearnersweek.org
