🧃 What's on in the West: March 18th to 24th

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Westgate Juice
March 18, 2025

Good morning, westies.

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This Week in History

This week’s historical tidbit comes from the Williamstown Historical Society.

One thing I love about the west, is the history here. It’s a bit grim (apologies if you’re reading this with your Tuesday morning breakfast), but interesting in it’s own way.

On the 22nd of March, 1858 - Captain Lawrence Lawson, a Master Mariner and long-term resident of Williamstown, was the first person buried at the 'new' cemetery.

Before the cemetery, there were makeshift graves in Gellibrand Point. The impromptu site quickly became the last resting place of ship’s fever victims, sailors and convicts, as well as Williamstown’s early pioneers, who migrated to the seaside town to make a better life for themselves.

But as the population grew, so did the town, and having a cemetery became a priority.

In 1899 more than 800 corpses were dug up from Point Gellibrand and re-interred at the new site.

Foodie Corner: Bezirk Cafe in Altona

I have driven past Bezirk Cafe in Altona forever, but finally got around to going in last week. It really stood out as a fantastic breakfast spot. The vibe was warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxed morning. The staff greeted me with a smile and made sure I felt welcome right away.

The menu offered a great variety of breakfast options. I opted for the good old fashioned avocado toast, which was fresh and delicious. They also had a selection of coffee that paired perfectly with my meal. It's clear they take pride in their ingredients.

The seating arrangement is quite comfortable, with both indoor and outdoor options. It was nice to enjoy my meal while soaking up some sun outsied. The atmosphere is perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a quiet moment alone.

I can see why this place has so many positive reviews. It's a wonderful spot for anyone in the Altona area looking for a great breakfast experience.

Contact: (03) 9191 9468

If you’ve got any great food suggestions, reply to this email and let me know. I’m always up for a good suggestion.

Local Sports Spotlight

Here are a few local sports stories from the Western Suburbs.

Werribee and North Melbourne joins forces in VFLW | Wyndham

Werribee is partnering with North Melbourne across its Victorian Football League Women’s and Next Generation Academy programs. The three-year partnership 


wyndham.starweekly.com.au/sport/werribee-and-north-melbourne-joins-forces-in-vflw

Wyndham's new challenge | Wyndham

It’ll be a new looking Wyndham in the Big V men’s championship season. All of last season’s championship squad had 


wyndham.starweekly.com.au/sport/wyndhams-new-challenge

Sri Lankan star Karunaratne signs with Keilor | Brimbank & North West

The current Victorian Turf Cricket Association senior division season isn’t even finished and Keilor has already locked in one of 


brimbanknorthwest.starweekly.com.au/sport/sri-lankan-star-karunaratne-signs-with-keilor

Local Trivia đŸ“ Last Week’s Trivia 📍

True or False: Spotswood was named after John Stewart Spotswood, who was one of the first farmers who owned much of the area in the 1840s.

The answer was, of course, True

đŸŽ„ This Week’s Trivia đŸŽ„

This week’s trivia is a lot more recent. I wonder if you’ve heard much about this, or maybe even seen it.

The last few weeks, a Hollywood film has been filming in Melbourne’s west, including taping in Altona, and Werribee. Which actor is the star of this film?

A) Chris Hemsworth
B) Daniel Craig
C) Matt Damon
D) Liam Neeson

If you think you know the answer, make sure you reply to this newsletter, or send an email to [email protected] .

Local Business Recommendation

Pia from Williamstown gave us a great recommendation this week.

I am pretty new to the town, but I definitely feel like I am now a local after going to Roccos Deli in Yarraville. I got one of the famous Roccos Rolls after seeing them in Instagram.

It was literally one the best sandwiches I’ve ever eaten. All the meats were cut fresh (and there was plenty of it!), the bread was top notch, and the pesto they put on the bottom was really nice.

We went pretty late for lunch (around 3pm) but there was still a fair few people there, although they didn’t have any of the cannoli left. Guess that means I’ll have to go back!

If you haven’t had a chance yet, you need to go.

If you have a recommendation for a local business, fill in the form

What’s On This Week

🎉 What’s Happening This Week in the West? 🎉

Looking for plans this week? We've got you covered! From bustling markets to live music and more, here’s your go-to guide for the best events happening in the West.

Save the dates, get out there, and enjoy everything our community has to offer! đŸŽ¶âœš

Here’s what’s happening this week:

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