News in brief

Motorcyclist hurt

A motorcyclist was critically injured after colliding with a van in Yarraville last Thursday morning. The 58-year-old Laverton North man suffered serious leg injuries and was taken to the Royal Melbourne Hospital.

 

Free taxis

Highpoint is partnering with Silver Top Taxis to provide residents of Melbourne’s west with free taxi rides to and from the centre on December 23 and 24.

Details: www.highpoint.com.au

 

Bulldogs turn a profit

The Western Bulldogs Football Club is officially out of debt, posting a profit of $1.6 million for the financial year – the club’s third consecutive year of profit in excess of $1 million.

 

Wellbeing register

Residents who are aged above 50 or have a disability can join the Hobsons Bay Community Register for wellbeing checks and emergency alerts. The register is a joint initiative between Gateway Community Services, Hobsons Bay council and police.

Details: gatewaycommunityservices.org.au/hobsons-bay-community-register