The Village Night Market has become more than just a local market, it’s also about recognising locals doing great things in the community.
Organiser Jodie Robinson decided to start having a local hero recognised at each market to share their story and help inspire the local community in Keilor.
“We want to recognise those heroes that live in the local area, live in Keilor that people might not know about.
“There’s been a really good response to these people. I don’t want to be like any other market.”
Author Paula Scott was the first local hero, with Miss Australia pageant contestant and local footballer, Abbey O’Mara the second one.
Ms Robinson said she had a few ideas for some future heroes, including some budding sports stars and possibly a local war hero.
In good news for fans of the market, Ms Robinson is now planning to run the market through the winter months after feedback from vendors and customers.
The winter markets will run on June 3 and July 1, at Keilor Bowls Club, before returning to its normal format later in the year.
