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Sold out and kept in the dark

HousingFirst has sold 25 social housing units at the Oasis development in Greeves Street, St Kilda, for $9.5 million — without telling the tenants. TWiSK reports on the betrayal of residents who believed social housing promised them secure tenure.

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Penguin vaccination push as bird flu arrives

In a major community-led effort, more than 300 penguins on the St Kilda breakwater have received the first of two vaccinations against bird flu. TWiSK spoke to Earthcare St Kilda research director Dr Flossy Sperring about the push to protect the colony.

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Coventry families to make last stand

Council officers have recommended Coventry Children’s Centre as the decant site for a $37 million infrastructure program, but parents remain steadfast in their call for alternatives.

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First Q&A with One Nation candidate

In her first local Q&A, One Nation candidate Tammy Lindrum responds to the issues facing Albert Park as she sees them.

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Pollies face your transport questions

More frequent buses? Safer cycling? More accessible tram stops? A fair go for pedestrians? Fewer potholes? Cheaper PT? This pre-election forum will put your transport questions to local MPs.

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The Memoirs of a Showman

TWiSK In Conversation with Iain “Huey” Hewitson. From dish pig to daytime TV icon, Huey’s memoir dishes up a life of music, mishaps, St Kilda restaurants and simple food – with plenty of spice on the side.

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Voters Guide 2026

TWiSK presents an independent guide for local voters in the 28 November State election.

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