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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.

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.

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.

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

Property developer Andrew Cook will fly the Liberal flag in Albert Park at November’s state election. TWiSK reports on the result and the process.

St Kilda Park Primary’s push for long-awaited basic upgrades has attracted attention from across the political spectrum, with parents reporting a surge of meetings with local MPs, candidates and council advocates.

While local MPs watch keenly from the sidelines, Coventry parents have pressed council on its efforts to find a solution other than closure.

As the 30-day stay of execution for Coventry Children’s Centre ticks down, efforts to secure federal support for Port Phillip’s $34M early years plan appear to have been limited to letters and lobbying.

The Liberal Party will vote next Saturday to choose its candidate for Albert Park, with three contenders pitching themselves to members ahead of November’s state election. TWiSK reveals the details.

Mayor Alex Makin fronts the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion tomorrow, arguing councils need more support to strengthen community trust and tackle antisemitism close to home. TWiSK presents a preview.