SRL West from Sunshine to Werribee will build on the major road and rail projects already being delivered in the west to deliver faster and more convenient travel and improve access to jobs and services in the middle suburbs SRL West will better connect people to key educational health and employment opportunities in Melbourne’s west Sunshine Hospital and the Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital A significant infrastructure program of work is underway in Melbourne’s west. Together with SRL West, the Metro Tunnel and Sunbury Line Upgrade will transform train travel school and health services quicker and easier cut travel times and provide more trains more often on every train line in the western suburbs SRL Airport and SRL West will tap into and enhance the transport superhub at Sunshine While SRL East (Cheltenham to Box Hill) is the immediate focus for delivery early planning and development on SRL North and SRL West continues A dominant second half earned Aberfeldie a 64-point Anzac Day win over Airport West on Nelson Alexander EDFL Match of the Day Aberfeldie coach Clay Illman joined the crew with player of the game Callum Moore as well as Airport West coach Brent Taylor Check out EDFL Podcasts in your browser or listen below Transport for NSW is planning new bus services to connect local communities to the Western Sydney International Airport and Bradfield City Centre To unlock employment and growth ahead of the Airport’s opening in 2026 the NSW Government is planning new bus services to connect key activity centres including Liverpool Penrith and Campbelltown to the Airport and Bradfield City these new bus services will provide efficient connectivity between key locations in Western Sydney A new interchange will be built at Bradfield City Centre to allow passengers to easily transfer between bus and metro services These new services will include Zero Emissions Buses (ZEBs) smoother and more comfortable journeys for passengers and support the NSW Government’s goal of net zero emissions by 2050 Existing depots will be upgraded to cater for the ZEBs Transport for NSW recognise and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and care of Country We pay respect to traditional custodians and Elders past and present The 2025 season is just around the corner so EDFL Media will be previewing each club heading into Round One we chat to Airport West coach Brent Taylor who provides some insights on their 2025 campaign "The big focus we have discussed is ‘consistency’ and ‘raising our floor’ We had a slow start to the year last year and played some pretty good football in the back half Our focus must be about being consistent in our performances from week to week "It's about looking forward to embedding our game plan and really sharpening up certain aspects of our game." "We have added some exciting young talent to our list we think we have improved our quality and depth We wanted to have a focus on improving the depth of the whole senior list "We need competition for spots if we are to push forward into the five." "I am looking forward to seeing all our new recruits The Clarke brothers in action – they have shown some exciting moments in pre-season The three Sydney lads have been training with VFL clubs so I look forward to getting to see what they can do And seeing if the players from 2024 can lift the bar again – the likes of Tyson Young We run a pre-season competition where we have six teams (all named after a club legend) who fight it out for points We give player votes each session and they get points for other activities "We have a lawn bowls day coming up organised by the leadership group We also use the first practice match to connect – this year we play Yarrawonga away "Our goal is to be more consistent and raise our floor Consistency and focusing on process will lead to improved outcomes." Simon Canaqali – always goes above and beyond There would be a few fighting for this one I would have to say Ned Gentile or Matt Hanson Player most likely to become a coach one day Who’s one opposition player you’d love on your side What match are you most looking forward to in 2025 and why Looking forward to a big crowd down at the Nest Hamish Morrison (all UNSW Eastern Suburbs Bulldogs) A new-look Airport West rode through all the emotions in 2024 The Eagles experienced the disappointment of seven consecutive losses to start the season the elation of toppling Keilor to give themselves a strong chance of finals before returning to disappointment after finishing sixth was that Airport West's best footy was among the league's best with wins against Keilor as well as a two-point loss to Pascoe Vale With another pre-season under Brent Taylor and a playing group that should only be better connected and stronger it's hard to see the Eagles out of the finals mix A prototype of the new metro train for the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport line has been unveiled providing a glimpse at what future travel will look like once fast and reliable metro services start in Greater Western Sydney Assembled from a flat pack in a Western Sydney warehouse the carriage is a full-scale replica that closely mimics the final product in terms of shape  The mock-up has allowed stakeholders including transport authorities and manufacturers to evaluate and finalise aspects of the train design like the interior lighting and passenger information display systems. Before production commenced on the 12 new trains this week engineers and designers utilised the prototype to ensure the layout and ergonomics meet the intended specifications. Representatives from diverse user groups including people with limited mobility and sensory challenges were invited to test out the carriage and provided feedback on comfort the upholstery design for the train seats has been confirmed with the seating to feature a specially commissioned artwork by Western Sydney creative team BBR with Tina Barahanos and Alexandra Byrne. The artwork called Ngurra Baduwa includes reference to Ngurra (Country) and Badu (water) running through Cumberland Plain the region where the new 23-kilometre metro line will be located  The grey and blue patterns and colours for the general seats are reflective of the night sky while the priority seats are yellow and tell a daytime story about meeting places around waterholes found through fields of wattle flowers     About 2,300 square metres of fabric equivalent in length to five basketball courts will be needed to upholster all seats in the 12 trains the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport line will have the capacity to move up to 7,740 passengers each hour in each direction between St Marys and Bradfield via Sydney’s new Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport Job seekers jump on the tools at Sydney Metro’s first Try a Trade Day  Metro Max and The Hulk to help build the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport stations Six people have been arrested by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) in relation to stealing motor vehicles from parking lots at Melbourne Airport over the past six months — with the incidents prompting calls for increased security by regular users of the space frequent flyer Steven Ross booked a spot in the airport’s value car park zone before heading to New Zealand for a couple of days Mr Ross said he had heard rumours of vehicle-related thefts in the area and as a precaution attached a steering wheel lock to deter any potential thieves I got a call from my wife and she said the federal police had phoned her and told her that somebody had attempted to steal the car,” Mr Ross said and then probably realised the lock was on.” Now having to pocket the bills to fix his car Mr Ross said it was disappointing to have something like that happen at the airport “It affects everybody and I can’t claim insurance either,” he said “You expect a bit more protection in a car park like that — it needs to be safer to give people peace of mind.” An AFP spokesperson said authorities would continue to ensure safety was maintained “The AFP takes these matters seriously and anyone who witnesses theft or suspicious behaviour is urged to contact [us],” the spokesperson said “The AFP will continue to work with Melbourne Airport management who have implemented enhanced security measures at airport facilities.” A Melbourne Airport spokesperson said they were aware of some incidents and had appropriate systems in place we work closely with Victoria Police to deter thieves and bring perpetrators to justice,” the spokesperson said “Melbourne Airport already has thousands of CCTV cameras boom gates at every car park exit and a permanent AFP presence The first stage of Melbourne Airport Rail will soon be underway Major changes to the rail network around Sunshine Station will enable a rail line to the airport and pave the way for electrification to Melton by creating a Sunshine Station Superhub The Victorian Government will also deliver a new modern Albion Station featuring an accessible concourse with lifts and stairs Early works for Melbourne Airport Rail are complete This includes the utilities relocation program involving telecommunications Melbourne Airport Rail will connect Melbourne Airport to Victoria’s regional and metropolitan train network Trains will run from Melbourne Airport through to Sunshine Station then into the Metro Tunnel and the heart of the CBD before continuing on to the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines This project will connect people from the airport to where they need to go – be that work home or Victoria’s key tourism destinations – via a rail service for the first time Melbourne Airport Rail (SRL Airport) forms a key part of Suburban Rail Loop – the new orbital rail line between Cheltenham and Werribee No matter which train line you use, you'll be able to easily catch public transport to the airport Stay updated about Victoria’s Big Build with the key announcements and milestones The East West Rail Link is a proposed rail line linking Greater Parramatta and the Western Sydney International Airport Precinct it will connect people travelling throughout three of NSW’s six cities: the Western Parkland City Central River City and Eastern Harbour City ImageCollapse the ImageMap of East West Rail Link connecting Greater Parramatta and the Western Sydney International AirportImage controls: See full-size map Transport is protecting land for the East West Rail Link in two stages Stage 1: The section north of the Western Sydney International Airport was protected through the Aerotropolis planning package: The State Environmental Planning Policy (Precincts—Western Parkland City) 2021.  The remaining corridor is still to be determined Stage 2: This section of the corridor is located between Western Sydney International Airport near Kemps Creek and Greater Parramatta Precise locations will be identified in alignment with future land use changes Transport will collaborate with other government agencies during the identification process Work is being undertaken to identify stage two Transport is working with other government agencies to refine locations for protecting These locations are between the Western Sydney International Airport precinct (near Kemps Creek) and Greater Parramatta We are aware that information about future corridors can seem like  plans for the short term all Corridors projects are long term concepts and may not take place for a number of years There is no need for Transport to acquire land until close to the time the transport infrastructure is required landowners can continue to live on and use their land For more information on property acquisition, see Property Acquisitions on the Corridors home page Please reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns Email: corridors@transport.nsw.gov.au To learn more information about this project and others You can get your EDFL footy fix across the whole weekend thanks to Streamer and 98.9 North West FM Starting on Friday will be a live stream of both Thirds Grand Finals before NXP EDFL Match of the Day heads to the Airport Toyota Women's Premier Division Grand Final on Saturday and the Strathmore Community Bank Division One Elimination Final on Sunday Details of each game and how to watch below AIRPORT TOYOTA WOMEN'S PREMIER DIVISION GRAND FINAL STRATHMORE COMMUNITY BANK DIVISION ONE ELIMINATION FINAL Leading Aiport West goalkicker Luca Muratore has joined Footscray and Kai Daniels is tipped to land at Richmond as VFL recruiting continues in the lead-up to Round 1 Please call us on 1800 070 535 and we’ll help resolve the issue or try again later The EDFL would like to congratulate the 59 EDFL players who have made VFL lists for the 2025 season EDFL talent is spread across 11 VFL clubs with 11 EDFL clubs represented Williamstown features 11 EDFL players followed by Northern Bullants with 10 It's no surprise that Keilor is the most prominent EDFL club represented with nine VFL-aligned players closely followed by Greenvale and Pascoe Vale Airport West and Strathmore are both well represented boasting six players each and Maribyrnong Park each have four listed players while Division One clubs St Albans and West Coburg have one each Below is a breakdown of each VFL club and its EDFL-aligned players Brimbank council has issued an urgent call to both tiers of government to get the “west moving” by delivering on the long-promised Melbourne Airport Rail before the third airport runway takes off Council launched its aptly named ‘Rail Before Runway’ campaign and community movement on February 18 turning the heat on the federal and state governments to fast-track the airport rail project Despite being one of Australia’s fastest growing regions Melbourne’s west has been “short-changed in government infrastructure funding” “To keep up with its rapid population growth critical infrastructure projects such as Melbourne Airport Rail and the development of the Sunshine Precinct must be delivered now.” Melbourne Airport Rail will connect the airport to Victoria’s regional and metropolitan train network for the first time and will provide a cost-effective and sustainable public transport alternative for all which includes the full implementation of the Sunshine Station Masterplan and the rebuild of Albion Station will leverage off this investment and stimulate the economy in the west through tourism Melbourne Airport’s third runway was given the green light in 2024 and is expected to open in 2031 with passenger numbers set to rise exponentially to 83 million per year “With the Tullamarine Freeway already congested this spells disaster for Melbourne’s traffic with commuters from the west doomed to spend hours in gridlock unless we get the Melbourne Airport Rail back on track now,” council’s statement reads “A survey of 1000 Melbournian’s found that 72 per cent want to see an airport rail link and better bus services in the west before more money is spent on less critical projects.” Mayor Thuy Dang said people of the west were tired of being left behind with government investment continually funnelled into projects in more affluent areas that are already privileged with extensive public transport and road infrastructure “Fast-track the Melbourne Airport Rail and Sunshine Precinct now and build the rail before the runway – it’s not just a nice-to-have Melbourne’s west deserves better,” she said “Despite many promises from governments over many years there’s been next to no progress – no start dates Community members across the west can join the movement by writing to their state and federal political leaders and calling for immediate action and investment in the west A state government spokesperson said the Melbourne Airport Rail project was originally slated for completion by 2029 but has been pushed back by four years due to compensation-related discussions with the airport A federal infrastructure department spokesperson said the government “remains committed” to the delivery of the project “We are also working with the Victorian government to undertake refreshed modelling work of traffic capacity constraints on the Tullamarine Freeway which will assist with identifying the timeline for when traffic volumes would require the Melbourne Airport Rail Link to be completed.” The ‘Rail before Runway’ campaign follows a merits review application lodged by Brimbank council earlier this year against the federal government’s decision to grant conditional approval for the runway project Council is awaiting the listing of the matter before the Federal Administrative Review Tribunal Details: railbeforerunway.com.au Every club is represented in the 2024 Airport Toyota Women's Division One Team of the Year The minor premiers Burnside Heights lead the way with seven members in the final 22 led by Captain of the Team of the Year Kayla Ravanello Ravanello enjoyed another stellar season with the Bears and retains her spot on the half forward flank with 33 regular-season goals Marcus Barclay will earn a second straight appointment as Coach of the Team of the Year following his Airport West side playing in a preliminary final the year after earning promotion Tullamarine's Tricia Devine will move from the bench to fill one of the two full back posts alongside Greenvale's Terira Fry Jets premiership teammate Amy Hakim retains her spot on the half back flank with Brodie Stevens replacing her sister Ebony on the other flank Alexandra Kilty headlines the selections for the returning Keilor Park program Ravanello was selected unanimously with the two full forwards Bella Negri (Burnside Heights Burnside Heights' Holly McGregor gets the nod at centre half forward proving to be a handful when rotating forward with Airport West's Rhiarn Daley filling the forward five Division One league best and fairest winners Krissy Trang (Burnside Heights) and Clara Toperosa (Strathmore/Pascoe Vale) start in the engine room with Natasha Campbell retaining her spot in the middle after moving up a division Greenvale's Grace Matser will start in the ruck with Ashleigh Drews (Airport West) and Haylea Cooke (Greenvale) on the wings On the bench is Georgie Richardson (Strathmore/Pascoe Vale) Charlize Kraljevic (Strathmore/Pascoe Vale) All EDFL Teams of the Year are compiled based solely on the input of each club’s senior coach The 2024 Airport Toyota Women's Division One Team of the Year was to recognise the best players of the 2024 home-and-away season Other factors such as reputation or form in previous seasons were not to be taken into account The Coach and Captain of the Year are determined based on the feedback provided by the senior coaches Currently the Leppington to Bradfield connection is a missing link on Sydney's rail network The new rail corridor will enable future Metro or Sydney Trains network extensions to give passengers and workers at Western Sydney International Airport easy access to the south western suburbs of Sydney Timelines for delivery of the rail corridor will be finalised in partnership with the New South Wales Government The Melbourne Airport Rail Link (MARL) project has taken a big step forward today with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) reached between the Australian and Victorian Governments and Australia Pacific Airports (Melbourne) Pty Ltd The MoU means all three parties have committed to work together to commence delivery of MARL and will establish a Steering Committee led by senior officials from each organisation to progress this project.  The MoU is the next step in delivering MARL and builds on the recent decision to kick start works on rebuilding Sunshine Station “Many Victorians have spent a lifetime hearing of a rail link to the airport and today we are telling them that we will work together in good faith to get it done,” said Minister King “We want to keep this project moving which is why we brought in an independent mediator why we’ve been acting on his recommendations and why we’re investing to make it happen.  “MARL will enhance the resilience and reliability of the transport network better connecting Melbourne’s growing population to where they live Victorian Transport Infrastructure Minister Gabrielle Williams said rebuilding Sunshine Station was essential to enable services to the airport and Keilor East with the project set to untangle six kilometres of track between West Footscray and Albion to cater for freight metro trains and 70 per cent of the V/Line network – while also paving the way for future upgrades in the west “Melbourne Airport Rail Link is an important rail project which will pave the way for faster and safer journeys for passengers across the state for decades to come,” said Ms Williams “We are getting on with delivering the first stage of Melbourne Airport Rail regional and Surburban tracks between West Footscray and Albion to make space for this important new rail link.” Moonee Valley City Council is calling for a swift start to Airport Rail construction now that the long-awaited project has been given the go-ahead “Moonee Valley residents and Councillors past and present have campaigned tirelessly for this investment in our local public transport network,” said Mayor “Today’s development comes thanks to their continued advocacy “Since Airport Rail was first announced in 2018 our community has grown and so too has demand for sustainable public transport options Airport Rail will transform how our community gets around especially residents in Airport West and Keilor East who will have a train station closer to home than ever before Victorian Government and Commonwealth for finding a way forward we look forward to seeing construction get underway promptly,” she said Information and Events for Local Councils throughout Australia Contact us: newsdesk@insidelocalgovernment.com.au Perth Airport in Australia will welcome a KFC restaurant in the Airport West precinct with the opening scheduled for August 2024 The restaurant is currently under construction but when completed it is is expected to offer a number of employment opportunities for local residents Dan Sweet, chief property officer at Perth Airport this area of the airport estate has grown significantly and now offers so much convenience and choice providing some great options for passengers “With Redcliffe Station also within walking distance of these developments we are working hard to make the precinct a drawcard for Western Australian businesses who are looking for a new home.” In related news, Perth Airport recently partnered with local contractor Georgiou to deliver its first multi-story parking garage. 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Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Singapore Airlines will launch direct flights to Sydney’s new airport after it opens in 2026 under a deal that commits the first overseas airline to the $5.3 billion project Western Sydney Airport will add the Singapore flights to its existing plans for Qantas and Jetstar domestic flights in a big win for the project as it nears 80 per cent of construction Western Sydney International Airport is currently under construction at Badgery’s Creek Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Transport Minister Catherine King are expected to confirm the deal on Tuesday morning after months of work to gain an international flag carrier as an anchor supporter for the new airport The commitment promises to heighten competition one day after King backed the idea of a new federal agency to stand up for passengers in disputes with airlines over cancelled flights delayed arrivals and problems getting refunds We want to see improvements in services,” King told radio station 2GB on Monday While the government is yet to pass laws to set up a new ombudsman to represent consumers King backed the key principle that customers should receive the service that they’ve asked for and paid for then they should get a refund or an equivalent service,” she said The previous government rejected a deal with Sydney Airport eight years ago to allow the incumbent to operate the new airport making Western Sydney Airport a federal enterprise that will compete for business The new airport is intended to operate around-the-clock with no curfew using 3.7-kilometre runway that can take aircraft as big as the Airbus A380 Singapore Airlines added capacity on its route to and from Sydney Airport last November but is adding options to its future plans by backing Western Sydney Airport as well has 12 weekly return flights between Singapore and Sydney Airport Singapore Airlines is the first international carrier to confirm flights to Sydney’s new airport.Credit: Bloomberg Qantas and Jetstar announced their plans for the new airport in June last year saying they would operate five Qantas aircraft and 10 Jetstar aircraft from the new airport once flights begin from the end of 2026 That announcement only covered domestic routes with Qantas saying the single-aisle aircraft would fly to destinations such as Melbourne King expressed concern on Monday about competition between airports and the impact on customers a key issue in the new aviation white paper “I think there is tension between airports you can only fly to that one place,” she told radio station 3AW “That’s why bringing on Western Sydney International Airport in Sydney will really be a game changer for the busiest part of our network Sydney Airport recorded 9.7 million passengers in the second quarter of this year up 6.4 per cent on the same period last year and close to the levels it saw before the pandemic Western Sydney Airport will have the capacity to handle 2.5 million passengers each quarter Cut through the noise of federal politics with news, views and expert analysis. Subscribers can sign up to our weekly Inside Politics newsletter Singapore Airlines will launch direct flights to Sydney\\u2019s new airport after it opens in 2026 under a deal that commits the first overseas airline to the $5.3 billion project We want to see improvements in services,\\u201D King told radio station 2GB on Monday King backed the key principle that customers should receive the service that they\\u2019ve asked for and paid for then they should get a refund or an equivalent service,\\u201D she said \\u201CI think there is tension between airports You don\\u2019t have a choice as an airline you can only fly to that one place,\\u201D she told radio station 3AW \\u201CThat\\u2019s why bringing on Western Sydney International Airport in Sydney will really be a game changer for the busiest part of our network and that will change things as well.\\u201D Cut through the noise of federal politics with news Aberfeldie have given themselves a handy two game buffer over Greenvale grounding the Jets with a 25-point win at Section Road The Jets missed a golden opportunity to move level on points with Abers and are still searching for the first win since May 18 shakily holding their spot in the top five The game was evenly poised for much of the opening half with Abers taking a slender five-point lead at the main break before piling on four goals to one in the third term which proved to be the difference Intercept marking machine Brodie Newman was thrust forward and stepped up in Karl Brown’s absence kicking three goals while Ben Ronke kicked two in another strong performance Senior debutant Hayden Fraser was the only Jet to kick multiple goals with three however Ryan Townsend and Jason Kenneth both put in serviceable performances for the Jets The Jets will be hoping to return to the winners list when they take on Avondale Heights at Canning Reserve next week' while Aberfeldie will be looking to test themselves when they take on Pascoe Vale at Raeburn Reserve Airport West have gained a crucial four points that will help their bid to stay in Premier Division taking down Avondale Heights by 13 points at Hansen Reserve a game and percentage above last place while the Heights still sit last in desperate need of a win The match ebbed and flowed for much of the day with the Eagles taking a comfortable 27 point lead into the main break The lead was quickly diminished thanks to eight Avondale Heights goals in the third term that swung the game in their favour and meant they took a six-point lead into three quarter time The Heights kicked the first goal of the final term to give themselves a handy 11-point buffer before the Eagles clicked into gear and kicked five of the next six goals to run over the top of Avondale and record their second victory for the year Anthony Aloi was pivotal for Airport West with four goals while Jesse Mcveigh and Luca Muratore both kicked two goals to help their side get over the line Thomas Gleeson did his best for the Heights with four goals while Danko Bzenic had another impressive game with three goals The Heights will next host Greenvale in a must-win clash while Airport West will play Strathmore at Hansen Reserve Keilor are continuing to dominate the 2024 season defeating Essendon Doutta Stars by 147 points at Joe Brown Oval Saturday’s win is remarkably the side's fourth 100 point win in a row and are showing no signs of slowing down on their quest to their third perfect season in the last four completed seasons Coach Mick McGuane said his side struggled to move the ball during the opening half but moved the ball quicker in the second half allowing the Blues to kick 12 goals in a dynamic third term It was a special day for the club with father-son prodigy Thomas McGuane making his highly anticipated club debut The youngster didn’t disappoint kicking three goals and is definitely one to keep an eye over the next 18 months in his bid to follow in his famous father’s footsteps Oskar Smartt caught the eye of many spectators at Joe Brown Oval with five goals in his first game of senior EDFL footy while stars Kane Barbuto and Josh Honey continued their superb 2024 season Oskar Balta continues to show plenty of promise for the Stars and fought hard all day while Michael Kiraly and Noah Smallacombe both fought hard on a difficult day Keilor will next play at home again when they take on Deer Park while Douttas will be hoping to bounce back when they play East Keilor at home Strathmore have cruised to their seventh victory for the year beating Deer Park by 26 points at Windy Hill Jamie Madigan’s side failed to take their opportunities early and were made to pay with Strathmore opening up a 27-point lead at half time They were unable to get the margin closer than 15 points for the rest of the game Vice-captain Mitch Purcell had a solid game with three goals while Callum Clinnick and Tom Sayers both kicked two Matthew Foley put in a solid performance on return from Essendon VFL with one goal Nicolas Aleksovski had his best game for the year for Deer Park with five goals while Anthony Daw and Luke Scicchitano showed plenty of positive signs with two goals each Deer Park will face a tough test next week when they take on Keilor at Joe Brown Oval while Strathmore will travel to Hansen Reserve to take on the in-form Airport West Pascoe Vale remains in second spot after easily taking care of East Keilor by 110 points at Raeburn Reserve The win keeps the Panthers a game clear of Strathmore however are still one win and a significant amount of percentage behind Keilor Leigh Tudor’s side was clinical in front of the big sticks kicking 26 goals for the day 15 of which came in the first half which helped set up the huge win Sunny Brazier played his best game since Round 1 kicking five goals while Matthew Watson and Ahmed Saad made the most of their opportunities with four goals each Frank Campisi put in a strong performance for the Cougars despite the loss with three goals while Lachlan Smart continues to be one of East Keilor's best with another two goals The Panthers will next take on Aberfeldie at home on NXP EDFL Match of the Day while East Keilor face Douttas at Nipper Jordan Oval in a must-win game Tullamarine have given their finals chances a huge boost defeating Craigieburn by 22 points at DS Aitken Reserve in the ground's first bit of action this season The win moves the demons into sixth spot on the ladder and one game outside the top five however have a considerable amount of percentage to make up over the coming weeks if they want to feature in September action The sides could hardly be separated in the first half with Tulla taking a two-point lead into the main break before kicking six of the last eight goals of the match to record their third victory for the year Joel Flanigan had his best game for the year and kicked his first bag of five for the season while Matthew O’Dwyer and Tom Jackson both stepped up to help get their side over the line Jake Carlisle returned to form with two goals after a quiet fortnight in front of the big sticks before the weekend off while Jesse Davies had a solid game with two goals in his return for the Eagles Tullamarine will be back at home next week when they take on Rupertswood while Craigieburn will host St Albans Hillside have fought off a late Roxburgh Park fightback to win their eighth game of the year by five points at Hillside Recreation Reserve Despite going into the game in first and sixth spot respectively the Sharks were made to fight hard all day to overcome a gallant Roxburgh Park outfit The Magpies led at half time by nine points before Hillside piled on five straight goals to take a three-goal lead into the final change The game looked over when Jackson McMenamin put the Sharks 22 points up eight minutes into the final term however Roxburgh Park kicked the final three goals to give themselves a sniff with only a few minutes to play However it just wasn’t enough to cause a huge upset Josh Covelli was the main target for Hillside and kicked another four goals to take his season tally to 58 from only nine games while Fort Caruso and Jeremy Hayes both had strong games that helped get Hillside over the line Cooper McPharlane had a solid outing for the Magpies with three goals while Teronne Potter and Scott Poynter were handy with two goals each The Sharks will have their first bye for the season next week before travelling to Sunbury to take on Rupertswood while Roxburgh park will be back at home against Moonee Valley West Coburg have continued their strong form defeating Oak Park by 92 points at JP Fawkner Reserve The damage was done in the second term with West Coburg piling on seven goals to take a 47-point lead into the main break Ibby Taha kicked a bag of seven goals while Ruari Cleary and Omar Saad continued their impressive 2024 seasons with four and three goals respectively Despite Oak Park only having two goal kickers Kane O’Halloran had a day out despite the loss with five goals while Max Gleeson and Jedd Taylor both had solid games West Coburg will be looking to move to the top of the ladder when they travel to Keilor Park while Oak Park will play Maribyrnong Park for the second time this year at Monk Oval Moonee Valley and St Albans have played out one of the highest-scoring encounters of the year which saw the Saints come out 34-point victors The match looked almost over a half time when St Albans took a comfortable 25-point lead into half time however Moonee Valley made the most of the strong breeze during the third term to kick seven goals to level the scores heading into the final change It wasn’t enough with St Albans kicking eight goals in the final term to run over the top of the Valley to record their seventh victory for the year Mason Dipetta continued his fine form with another five goals while Josh Carter kicked three for the Saints Atu Bosenavulagi put in another strong showing along with the skipper Jack Sims Captain Bevan Newell continues to lead from the front for the Valley with another three goals while Ben Ryan and Costa Detsikas also kicked three goals and showed plenty of positive signs The Valley will next travel to Roxburgh Park to take on the Magpies while St Albans will travel to Craigieburn Maribyrnong Park has sent a warning to the rest of the competition with one of the most dominant performances of the year defeating Rupertswood by 146 points at Salesian College Saturday’s win is Marby’s fourth 100-point victory for the year and their first score over 200 points for the season as they now sit in fourth spot with the best percentage in the competition at 252 The match was over by quarter time with Marby kicking 11 goals to zero to take a 68 point lead into the first change Rupertswood did put up a solid fight in the second quarter to make it five goals to one however it was all in vain with Marby kicking 19 of the last 22 goals to win by 24 goals Will Ryan had his best game for the year with six goals while Scott Clarke and Brodie Romensky made the most of their opportunities with four goals each Fraser Phelan-Smith was one of Rupertswood’s best once again with two goals while Matt Castle and Patrick Ervin had solid games despite the loss Marby will be looking to continue this dominant form when they host Oak Park while Rupertswood will be looking to bounce back when they travel to Tullamarine to take on the Demons It took until Round 9 but Coburg Districts have enjoyed their first game decided by more than 13 points with their 119-point demolition over East Sunbury The scoreboard pressure was applied immediately as the Lions kicked nine unanswered in the first quarter and would continue to extend the margin as the game progressed Jack McNamara enjoyed his day in front of the big sticks booting nine majors It wasn't all doom and gloom for East Sunbury who would take some confidence from an even third quarter as well as the performances from David Morrice Coburg Districts will face a rampant Taylors Lakes next week Taylors Lakes make it two wins against Sunbury Kangaroos following their 40-point triumph at Eric Boardman Reserve The Lions were more efficient in front of goal taking a 16-point lead into the first break before the Kangaroos kicked into gear and threatened to pull ahead It was a five-point margin at the main change but with Taylors Lakes kicking away in their first meeting and the Kangaroos undermanned you felt the Lions could pull away at any stage They did just that kicking five goals in the third quarter while restricting the Kangaroos to just one behind carrying a 40-point lead through to the final siren Luke Nappi was lively in Taylors Lakes' forward half and was especially dangerous in the first half when the game was even while Christian Petersen was consistently a likely marking option ending up with two goals Aaron Vendramini was sublime through the midfield with Chris Vulic as Darby Lalor was a standout in a tight defensive unit Nathan Thomas was a strong contributor for the Kangaroos limiting Vulic at stoppage while finding his own footy with Brandon Smith and Jackson Treweek forming a serviceable ruck combination Taylors Lakes will next face Coburg Districts while Sunbury Kangaroos will prepare for Northern Saints Westmeadows outlasted a valiant Hadfield outfit winning by 23 points on the back of a strong final quarter The Hawks continue to prove they're a markedly improved side being competitive against every team bar the top two sides their opponents in Westy have also struggled against The game ebbed and flowed throughout the first three quarters with just one point separating the two sides at the final change The Tigers accelerated in the final term and kicked five goals to one to give themselves the victory Shaun O'Grady led the way for Westy with three goals while Rex Hickman and Nathan Sparks kicked two goals each in best-on-ground performances With Hadfield's leading goalkicker in Jack Wallace absent the Hawks enjoyed three-goal efforts from Josh Trembearth and Ayden Woodward Westy will be looking they can match with the top sides when they meet Burnside Heights again Northern Saints continue their season resurgence with a seven-point win over Glenroy making it three wins from their last four games It was a tale of two halves for Glenroy who couldn't buy a goal to half time kicking 2.10 to trail by 32 points The Roys would kick 9.3 in the second half to breathe life into the contest but ultimately fell just short to a Saints outfit carrying a wave of momentum as they turn their season around The result makes it four losses in a row by 10 points or less for Glenroy with three of those within a kick Nick Bruno (five goals) and Khoder Taleb (four goals) have been at the forefront of the resurgence while Bronell Kako chipped in with three goals in a best-on-ground performance Mark Sabatino led the way for Glenroy kicking five goals and George Abdallah continuing strong seasons Glenroy will look to secure a much-needed victory against East Sunbury next week while Northern Saints will have a chance to move into the top four when they take on Sunbury Kangaroos Moonee Valley defeated Keilor by 38 points to win their third game of the season It was an important win for the Valley who now move 12 points clear of last and eight points clear of Keilor in second last to give them security from relegation The game was relatively close in the first half before Moonee Valley kicked away in the second half scoring three goals to none It was a valiant effort from Keilor early on who were able to match Moonee Valley’s intensity in the first half before falling away in the second Olivia Lacy was once again one of Keilor's best as they continue their fight to avoid relegation Oak Park have once again won the grand final rematch defeating Aberfeldie by two goals in another thrilling encounter between the two sides The match was close all day but Oak Park took a two-goal buffer into three quarter time and managed to keep that margin when the final siren sounded Alex Quigley was the star for Oak Park kicking five goals in what was a huge victory in the context of Oak Park's season it was a disappointing result but also one that had many positives and will know they're not far off returning to winning ways against the Kangaroos Aberfeldie next play Marby Park and Oak Park take on Essendon Doutta Stars Maribyrnong Park claimed an important win over Essendon Doutta Stars this weekend by nine points It was a reversal of the first time these teams met this season back in Round 1 when Douttas came out on top by 54 points The win has shown just how much Marby Park has improved since the start of the year The game was close all day with just three points separating the sides at half time but Marby proved to be the better team on the day holding on to a narrow lead for the rest of the match It was a tough loss for Douttas who remain above Marby but only by percentage as the race for finals begins to heat up Hillside recorded a huge 110-point victory over the winless Westmeadows to keep their unbeaten streak alive for another week The Sharks have now won eight from eight as they continue to charge towards finals It was an especially massive second half from Hillside who kicked 10 goals Caitlin Sargent booted eight goals which brings her back to the top of the goal kicking leaderboard having scored 31 majors in just the eight games It was disappointment once again for Westmeadows who failed to score a single point for the second consecutive round They will be hoping to regroup in the final stages of the season as they still look for their first win of the season while Hillside will line up against Keilor Burnside Heights recorded another massive win over Keilor Park by 126 points The win boosted Burnsides' percentage up to 550 percent keeping above Greenvale in first place as the race for the minor premiership heats up Skipper Kayla Ravanello led from the front booting six goals which took her season tally to 24 The only slight cause for concern was the Bears’ wayward kicking as they scored 25 behinds given the margin they won’t stress over that too much It was a tough day at the office for Keilor Park who were simply no match for Burnside Heights The fight against relegation is on as only four points separate the bottom three teams as they all look to avoid last place Keilor Park next face Strathmore/Pascoe Vale in an important clash while Burnside Heights will play Airport West Greenvale claimed another comfortable win this week defeating Strathmore/Pascoe Vale by 71 points The win keeps Greenvale equal on points for first place but they will need to improve their percentage if they want to take the top spot Alisa Magri was once again impressive scoring four majors and extending her lead on the goal kicking leaderboard by taking her season tally to 31 goals Amy Hakim was also potent upfront kicking three goals Strathmore/Pascoe Vale started the game really well scoring three goals in the first quarter but then ran out of gas for the remaining quarters as they only scored one more goal for the rest of the game Alexsis Ryan was their best player on the day as she scored three of their four goals Strathmore/Pascoe Vale next face off against Keilor Park Airport West have won an absolute thriller defeating Tullamarine by just two points The match was close all day with Airport West taking a three-point lead into the final break as Tullamarine were only able to cut the margin down by a single point in the final term as Airport West ran away victorious in the end While the win all but assures Airport West of a top three finish they would be a bit disappointed with how close the game remained It was heartbreak for Tullamarine who will feel they lost a game they should have won Tulla had three more scoring shots than Airport West but simply couldn’t capitalise on their chances there were still plenty of positives to take out from the win and they will be confident they can avoid relegation now while Airport West will play Burnside Heights Coburg Districts recorded a massive win over East Sunbury by 86 points The Districts dominated from start to finish with Jacinta Brew kicking four goals and Olivia Woods booting three goals being massive up forward The win now moves the Districts into third place with two games in hand on second place and a top two finish remains firmly on the cards It was another tough week for East Sunbury who were once again no match for their opposition East Sunbury next faces Roxburgh Park as Coburg Districts come up against Sunbury Lions Sunbury Lions won a comfortable 58-point game against Glenroy this weekend Sunbury Lions are right back on the winner’s board after their first loss of the season last round dominating the game all day and never giving Glenroy a chance to get back into it It was a hard game for Glenroy who struggled to find any momentum and have still only won one game this season They will be hoping for better performances across the last few games of the season while Sunbury Lions will face Coburg Districts Sunbury Kangaroos have defeated Taylors Lakes in a thriller by four points The Kangaroos led for the majority of the game including going into the last quarter Despite a late fightback from Taylors Lakes The win keeps the Kangaroos in second place a position they will be hoping to cement in the run home It was heartbreaking for Taylors Lakes who just fell short of a comeback win Their captain Sarah McNally led from the front booting four of their six goals Taylors Lakes will line up against Glenroy next week while Sunbury Kangaroos will have the week off with a bye The 2024 season is just around the corner so EDFL Media will be previewing each club heading into Round One we chat to new Airport West coach Brent Taylor who provides some insights on their 2024 campaign "Connection and living our value of 'one club' has been a focus of ours so it's all about going on that learning journey together." "We have a young developing list and we identified that we needed to add some experience and big bodies We think have done that and our list is in pretty good order "It has been really pleasing to see some of our younger guys developing and putting pressure on for spots and Heath Condon have all gained some valuable senior experience." "It was a great first year back into Premier Division and Trent Rogers must be credited for his hard work last season We are looking to build upon last year and consolidate ourselves within the competition but we are confident that if we stick to our processes You’ve inherited an exciting side left by Trent Rogers how did you go about ensuring a smooth transition to a fresh voice in yourself I'm hoping my teaching background and the experience I have gained under some quality coaches can allow me to implement a program that is professional and provide us with the opportunity to build upon last year You’ll be challenged straight up against an Aberfeldie side looking to make amends for last year and the undefeated reigning premiers in Keilor do you see it as an advantage testing yourself early We have a huge amount of respect for Abers and Keilor They have been at the very top of the competition for a long time They are quality outfits with great coaches We will gain some valuable learnings from taking them on early in the season and we will review and look to improve off the back of that One opposition player you’d love on your side Anthony Mardini (Coburg Districts) & Yusuf Abdullatif (Northern Saints) Musa Hussain (Northern Saints) & Joe Tornese (Essendon Masters) Outgoing Airport West coach Trent Rogers wanted to ensure the Eagles weren't just surviving in Premier Division but were competitive - mission accomplished Incoming coach Brent Taylor has been able to bolster their list and will have their eyes on the newly created fifth spot in finals - along with a host of other clubs Consistency will be the key for Airport West who were up and down through periods of 2023 can they put it together for longer in 2024 and put themselves in the finals conversation Ladder Prediction: In the logjam fighting for finals Police have located more than 30 kilograms of methylamphetamine and $1 million in cash in a van parked on a street in Melbourne’s north-west Police have discovered more than 30 kilograms of methylamphetamine and $1 million in cash inside a van parked on a street in Melbourne’s north-west Victoria Police on Thursday received information that a suspicious vehicle was parked on El Reno Crescent They obtained a search warrant and opened the white Toyota HiAce van to find a hidden compartment in the back A search of the van uncovered more than 30 kilograms of methylamphetamine a commercial quantity of cocaine and more than $1.1 million in cash Detectives from the North West Metro Regional Crime Squad have initiated an investigation but have not yet located the van's owner Northwest Metro Regional Crime Squad Detective Acting Inspector Bradley Lawrence highlighted the damage the drugs could have caused if they made it onto the streets “Thursday’s seizure was incredibly significant,” Inspector Lawrence said in a statement “We can only imagine how much damage these drugs would have caused if they hit the streets “We’ll now work to identify those involved and hold them accountable.” Stream Realty Partners a national commercial real estate firm offering an integrated platform of services has been selected by Link Logistics to oversee the leasing of Royal Palm Doral two-building industrial park located at 6450 NW 97th Avenue in Miami Situated in the heart of Miami’s Airport West submarket—widely recognized as one of South Florida’s premier logistics hubs—Royal Palm Doral offers 344,940 square feet of purpose-built industrial space engineered for the region’s booming distribution and logistics needs With direct access to Florida’s Turnpike and just minutes from Miami International Airport the property is positioned for tenants seeking connectivity will lead leasing efforts on behalf of the owner “Royal Palm Doral represents the new benchmark for industrial space in Miami’s Airport West,” said Wigoda it offers a rare opportunity for companies looking to scale efficiently in one of the country’s most competitive logistics markets.” offers flexible configurations ranging from 29,000 to 193,507 square feet and features some of South Florida’s tallest clear height at 36 feet Purpose-built to meet the demands of today’s logistics users—from regional operators to large-scale distributors—the building delivers a highly efficient layout with building depths of 180 and 140 feet Designed specifically for the Miami industrial market the property combines premium specifications “Airport West has evolved into one of the most desirable business destinations in South Florida,” added Medwin “This assignment is a testament to the demand for top-tier industrial product and we’re excited to partner with Link Logistics to deliver exceptional solutions to today’s most active users.” For more information, contact Stream Florida at 305.615.4415 © Copyright 2012 - 2023 | citybiz | All Rights Reserved we chat to Airport West coach Marcus Barclay who provides some insights on their 2024 campaign "We've been trying to recruit quality players for the step up into Division One but it's been incredibly difficult with the salary cap introduction as we don't pay players We've missed out on over a dozen girls being offered money at the higher level "So keeping the group positive and altogether has been our major focus with minimal recruits." "There hasn't been any real standouts over the preseason – literally all the girls are excited to test themselves in Division One!" so pushing for finals would be a huge effort." I could say all of them take turns on that one Don’t want to mention one girl on this one because they all share their songs pre-game Which side are you looking forward to playing the most and why Looking forward to playing against my old side Keilor Park in Round 1 It’s an amazing effort to get a women's team up and running so I’m rapt for them and hope they go really well Airport West are coming off an incredibly dominant season going undefeated and taking out the flag with a healthy percentage Their top-end talent should make them competitive and they should have a few opponents earmarked as well and truly gettable They'll kick off their season against newcomers Keilor Park but they'll have to wait until Round 5 for their 2022 grand final rematch against Tullamarine Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime Just when you think you couldn’t love Melbourne more, you find yourself at a brilliant cafe in a semi-industrial street, 10 minutes from the airport. Better than that, the cafe has turned a plain warehouse space into a cosy, vintage-inspired hangout: wood-panelling and plants, a communal table and couches, antique appliances and cosy vibes. Best of all, the roller-doored venue is classified as outside, so you can play peek-a-boo with your neighbour’s dachshund while waiting for your dirty rose iced latte. Bola Bake is the brainchild of chef Pakchima “Mini” Punapaprasurt, and she runs the 40-seat cafe with her husband, Scot Nottle. Mini developed her style of Asian-inspired brunching and beverages during previous head chef gigs at popular cafes Glass Den and Garden of Eden in Coburg. In lockdown, while everyone else was obsessing over sourdough, Mini dove deep into shokupan, the fluffy Japanese loaf that’s great for squishy thick-cut sandwiches and gorgeous springy toast. Her food offering at Bola Bake is marvellously problematic: everything sounds so good that I experienced piercing menu anxiety about all the things I wouldn’t be able to fit in. There’s no way I was missing the honey butter toast. This TikTok-approved treat sees whipped butter, honey and brown sugar brushed over a fat slice of bread that’s then caramelised to form a crisp crust. Shatter it and you cut into the cloud-like crumb. Honey butter toast with creme caramel on top.Justin McManusAdvertisementBola Bake goes further, scattering the toast with cinnamon soil, then balancing a lovely-jubbly wobbly creme caramel on top. When you’ve gone this far, you might as well add cream and ice-cream, so they do. It’s an extravaganza. I didn’t know what “blanket carbonara” meant but the words sound so comforting that I ordered it. If you could snuggle down under a doona with a plate of pasta, this would be your bedfellow. Ribbons of pasta as wide as the Tullamarine Freeway are tossed with a pecorino bechamel and bacon bits. An egg yolk lolls on top. Blanket carbonara.Justin McManusI adored it, but I was still jealous of those people eating the other pasta: squid ink spaghetti with a sauce of mentaiko, a Japanese salted roe. I did manage the bulgogi sando, a jaw-extending Korean-style beef sandwich with delicious pickles and a tea-marinated boiled egg to balance the sweetness. Filter coffee, espresso and tea are all made with care, along with speciality hot and cold lattes. Next time, I’m going wild with the tiramisu, a mascarpone float over cold brew. If you’re here with your dachshund, they’ll beg for a dognut, an appealing treat made with almond meal, honey and peanut butter. You know Bola Bake is doing things very well when I even get FOMO about the dog snacks. Grey ice-cream exists in Melbourne. Is it awful or amazing?Good Food tasted six shades of grey ice-cream to test the idea that we eat with our eyes – and why this bizarre sweet treat exists in the first place. Saddle up for this cult-worthy cheeseburger at Armadale’s sunny new wine barAt first glance, Pony might feel like any other Melbourne wine bar. But this one stands out from the crowd. This rebooted Collingwood hotel ticks all the pub boxes (and adds a few we didn’t know we needed)Tartan carpet, beer garden, Latino food and cocktails: The Albion Hotel wants to recapture its glory days. news and the hottest openings served to your inbox With the 2023 season just around the corner EDFL Media will be previewing each club heading into Round One we chat to Airport West coach Trent Rogers who provides some insights on their 2023 campaign "Our focus points have been to build on the habits and structures we have been implementing over the past couple of years in Division One We've been preparing ourselves for the jump to Premier for some time and throughout the pre-season we have had a big focus on our work rate and conditioning output We pride ourselves on being a committed side and club both on and off the training track with everyone putting in a solid contribution Our senior leaders have certainly led the way and set great examples." only one premiership player from the senior side has requested a clearance we've had a few decide to not play at all in 2023 though due to travel and work reasons We've been lucky to bring in some really exciting quality in our key position slots and also through the midfield The overall shape of the list is looking good and we're looking forward to the challenge that Premier Division will provide." "I feel we've got consistency across the group contribution has been a focus point on the pre-season so far Everyone will play a key role and many have the potential for a breakthrough year "A couple of the young lads to watch will be new recruit Musa Hussain as well as premiership players from 2022 Luca Muratore and Luke Sultana Jacob Martin also returns to the club and has had an impressive pre-season." "One focus for the year is to consolidate and prove ourselves in Premier Division We're looking forward to giving it a good nudge while continuing to show progression as the season goes we know what the goal is and we're committed to that long term goal We've had a massive increase in our junior numbers and our senior group will look to spend some quality time with the juniors and continue to build strong connections in this area." Musa Hussain (Northern Saints) & Jacob Martin (Merrigum) Angelos Sidhom (Wallan) & Ibrahim Taha (West Coburg) Airport West find themselves back in the top flight after a dominant year in Division One dropping just one game on the way to a 32-point grand final victory The Eagles have found themselves in and out of Premier Division and will be hoping they can remain there for consecutive seasons for the first time since the mid-2010s With solid representation of players from their junior program and a returning figure in Jacob Martin retention has been the key for this season and will no doubt assist in building their list in years to come there hasn't been a great deal of turnover in the list and a strong showing at the nest could shake up the stability of the EDFL's top flight competition Advertiser DisclosureAdvertiser Disclosure 163 Published Articles 696 Edited Articles 61 Published Articles 3583 Edited Articles Opinions and recommendations are ours alone Denver International Airport (DEN) is one of the busiest airports in the U.S As the gateway to Colorado’s Rocky Mountains the airport was designed with a distinctive roof canopy that mirrors the distant snow-capped peaks with each airline dominating 1 of the 3 concourses DEN consists of the Jeppesen Terminal and Concourses A which are stacked above each other in a clear layout Jeppesen Terminal houses check-in facilities while the concourses are where the departure gates are based The east and west sides of the terminal have airline check-in desks and baggage claim split between the 2 areas There are also separate east and west side parking garages and ground transportation services depending on which airline you are flying and its corresponding side The main terminal has 6 floors with levels 1 through 4 mostly consisting of parking facilities Level 6 has the upper road system for passenger drop-off and access to a pedestrian bridge to Concourse A and the south and north security checkpoints Concourse A has 39 gates numbered A26 to A40 Concourse A is connected to the Jeppesen Terminal via a pedestrian bridge that offers excellent views of the airplanes as they move around the departure gates the Automatic Guideway Transit System (AGTS detailed later in this article) also connects Jeppesen Terminal to Concourse A All international flights depart from Concourse A and there are moving walkways on the pedestrian bridge and around the gates for quicker connections Concourse B cannot be reached via any walkways The concourse is only accessible by riding the AGTS from Jeppesen Terminal or Concourse A Concourse B has 66 gates numbered B7 to B12 Concourse B is used exclusively by United Airlines, with 2 United Club lounges at either end of the concourse and lots of shops and restaurants Concourse C is accessible only by riding the AGTS from Jeppesen Terminal or Concourse A The Automatic Guideway Transit System (AGTS) is a free underground train service that runs between Jeppesen Terminal and Concourse C The train system is within the secure area of the airport so you must pass through a security checkpoint before you can use the service Each concourse has its own station located on level B with the departure gates situated on the upper levels the AGTS is located in the main hall on level 4 and it takes around 6 minutes from the terminal to the furthest point of Concourse C You can reach Concourse A by foot from Jeppesen Terminal through the pedestrian walkway located at the north end of the terminal Moving walkways are stationed along the bridge DEN has 3 security checkpoints located in the Jeppesen Terminal: Security wait times are available on the airport’s interactive map or its security page passengers are required to pass through immigration and customs located on level 5 of the Jeppesen Terminal There are dedicated TSA PreCheck lanes at the north and south security checkpoints you can utilize this service for expedited security clearance DEN has a TSA PreCheck Enrollment Center located in Jeppesen Terminal on level 5 so you can submit your application online and arrange an interview the next time you’re passing through the DEN airport There are Global Entry kiosks at DEN for eligible passengers who have enrolled in the program If you have submitted your application and need to arrange an interview then DEN has a Global Entry Enrollment Center inside Jeppesen Terminal The airport also participates in Enrollment on Arrival you can complete your interview at DEN without the need to make an appointment Hot Tip: Have more questions about Global Entry? Here’s a list of the most frequently asked questions about Global Entry along with our expert answers to help DEN accepts Mobile Passport Control for passengers entering the U.S complete the “new trip” section within the app on arrival at DEN and present your electronic receipt and passport to a CBP agent There are dedicated CLEAR security program lanes at the north and south security checkpoints for expedited security clearance DEN has 7 airline lounges and a USO lounge for active duty military. Day passes are available at 6 of the lounges, while the Delta Sky Club is exclusively for premium cabin passengers or eligible frequent flyer members. If you’re active military, see our guide to the best credit cards for military members many of which offer complimentary lounge access American Admirals Club Capital One Lounge  Concourse A on the mezzanine level near gate 34 $45 (additional visitors to the cardholder) Centurion Lounge Delta Sky Club United Club United Club Fly * Hours are subject to change without notice Lounge access may be restricted at times due to capacity.** Day pass for any passenger Lounges marked as N/A only allow entry for eligible passengers in their premium cabins Hot Tip: Want access to lounges without paying the day pass fee? Here are the best credit cards for lounge access to avoid entry fees to airport lounges With the current closure of the food court in Jeppesen Terminal there’s only a small selection of dining options in the ticketing area Most are located within the concourses once you’ve cleared security so you can relax and grab a bite before your flight See the range of restaurants available and their locations on the airport website There is free Wi-Fi available throughout Denver International Airport and you can connect by selecting “DEN Airport Free WiFi” from your available connections which is great for passengers needing to log on quickly Charging Stations: Hundreds of charging stations are located throughout Jeppesen Terminal and the 3 concourses Hot Tip: Not every airport has free Wi-Fi, so you may want to bring your own when not flying through DEN. Here are the best mobile Wi-Fi hotspots so you’re never disconnected DEN has a lost and found office located in Jeppesen Terminal, on east level 1. Items lost within the public areas of the airport will be sent here for collection, and a claim can be submitted in person, online Items lost on an airplane or at a departure gate must contact the relevant airline or other business must contact the business directly DEN has white courtesy telephones located throughout the airport where passengers can dial 2000 for customer service assistance Information booths are also located around the airport for details on services and facilities Unfortunately, DEN ranks as one of the least kid-friendly U.S. airports as there are no children’s play areas DEN has dedicated nursing rooms within each concourse DEN ranks as one of the top 10 pet-friendly U.S. airports so DEN has a lot to offer your furry friend when flying Pet relief areas can be found at the following locations: DEN is the only domestic airport to offer onsite boarding for pets Facilities at this pet resort include flat-screen TVs with dog-friendly programs DEN also has the “Canine Airport Therapy Squad” where over 100 dogs (and 1 cat) roam the airport for petting DEN has 3 duty-free shops located in the Concourse B mezzanine Designated smoking areas are located outside of Jeppesen Terminal: There is an interfaith chapel and prayer hall located on the east side of Jeppesen Terminal on level 6 ATMs can be found throughout Jeppesen Terminal and the 3 concourses Currency exchange services are located in the center of Concourses A and B and in Jeppesen Terminal outside of international arrivals on level 5 There are no luggage storage facilities at DEN General Inquiries (Phone): 303-342-2000 or 800-247-2336 The A Line Commuter Train is operated by the Regional Transportation District (RTD) connecting DEN to the downtown Denver Union Station in 37 minutes Trains run every 15 minutes during peak hours and every 30 minutes off-peak (3 a.m to 1 a.m.) The cost is $10.50 for an unlimited ride day ticket on the A Line RTD Bus: Public buses operate from the DEN Transit Center on level 1 of Jeppesen Terminal Charter Bus Services: Pick-up is from level 5, island 3 of Jeppesen Terminal, outside of doors 511 to 513 (east) and 504 to 506 (west). There is a selection of bus companies on the airport’s website that will transport you within Colorado and beyond Bustang Service: This inter-regional bus service is operated by the Colorado Department of Transportation and carries passengers to and from Denver Union Station where you can then pick up the A Line Commuter Train to the airport Passengers can book shared rides and private ride shuttles outside of doors 505 to 507 (east) and 510 to 512 (west) Prearranged mountain carriers operate from level 5, island 1 with several mountain carrier companies transporting passengers to Colorado’s ski resorts island 1 of Jeppesen Terminal (both east and west sides) You can arrange a metered journey or flat ride fare to some of Denver’s most popular destinations Limousines can be prebooked with the approved companies on the airport’s website then you need to visit the booth on level 5 outside of doors 505 to 507 and 511 to 513 (east) Uber and Lyft drivers are permitted to pick up passengers on level 5 of Jeppesen Terminal outside of doors 506 to 510 (west side) and 507 to 511 (east side) Drop-off is on level 5 outside the passenger’s airline location Take I-25 North and use the right 2 lanes to take exit 214A for I-70 towards Airport/Limon/Grand Junction Keep right at the fork for I-70 East/Limon and merge onto I-70 East Keep right at the fork to continue on Peña Boulevard and follow signs for Denver International Airport follow signs for Terminal East or Terminal West depending on your airline Take I-25 North to exit 194 for CO-470 towards Grand Junction/Limon Keep right at the fork onto E-470 North and take exit 28A for Peña Boulevard East towards Denver International Airport Merge onto Peña Boulevard and follow signs for Terminal East or Terminal West depending on your airline Take I-25 South and use the right 2 lanes to take exit 228 onto the E-470 South towards Limon Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 28 for Peña Boulevard East and keep right at the fork to continue on exit 28A Keep left at the next fork and merge onto Peña Boulevard where you can follow signs to Terminal East or Terminal West depending on your airline DEN has over 44,000 parking spaces on airport property and you can choose from convenient short-term parking lots adjacent to Jeppesen Terminal or more cost-effective long-term options Short-term garage parking is available within the east and west parking garages with the quickest access to Jeppesen Terminal Parking is located on level 4 arrivals — convenient for picking up passengers — and costs $7 per hour or $168 per day Hot Tip: DEN offers a free bag drop service for passengers parking in the shuttle parking lots and traveling on domestic flights with United and check in from the comfort of your car before traveling to the terminal luggage-free The cell phone waiting lot is located around 3 miles from Jeppesen Terminal offering free parking to friends and family picking up passengers from the airport No waiting is permitted curbside at the terminal Vehicles can wait in the cell phone waiting lot until the passenger is ready to be picked up Off-site parking lots can offer cheap alternatives to official airport parking with prices starting from $5 per day for DEN These external parking lots and hotels operate their own shuttle service to and from the airport and can be booked at airportparkingreservations.com or similar third-party booking sites Parking for disabled passengers can be found in all airport-owned parking lots closest to the entry and exit points of each lot (excluding level 3 of the east and west side garages) Car rental services are available on airport property Car rental shuttles run between the terminal (east and west sides level 5) to the location of the car rental company Hot Tip: Find out which credit cards include car rental insurance as a benefit and avoid paying for expensive insurance through the rental company Most of Denver International Airport’s hotels are located 4 to 6 miles from the terminal with most offering a courtesy shuttle service The only exception is the 4-star Westin Denver International Airport Hotel which is based at the south end of Jeppesen Terminal View a list of popular Denver International Airport hotels below The Westin Denver International Airport Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center Hyatt House Denver Airport Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Denver International Airport Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport Holiday Inn Express Denver Airport Holiday Inn & Suites Denver Airport Quality Inn & Suites Denver International Airport Courtyard by Marriott Denver Airport Fairfield Inn & Suites Denver Airport Marriott Home2 Suites by Hilton Denver International Airport La Quinta by Wyndham Denver Airport DIA Residence Inn by Marriott Denver Airport/Convention Center Staybridge Suites Denver International Airport Embassy Suites Denver – International Airport SpringHill Suites by Marriott Denver Airport Hampton Inn Denver-International Airport Sleep Inn & Suites Denver International Airport Wingate by Wyndham Denver Airport Ramada by Wyndham Denver International Airport Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Center Comfort Suites Denver International Airport MainStay Suites Denver International Airport Westin Denver International Airport Marriot Bonvoy From 40,000 to 60,000 Marriott Bonvoy points Embassy Suites Denver International Airport Hilton Honors From 49,000 Hilton Honors points IHG One Rewards From 25,000 IHG One Rewards points Located just next to the Jeppesen Terminal, The Westin Denver International Airport boasts over 37,500 square feet of event space as well as an indoor pool. The property has 519 soundproofed guest rooms with views of the airport or mountain and prairie vistas. The Westin also features a lounge for Marriott Bonvoy Elite members along with great dining options for all guests Free nights start at 40,000 to 60,000 points per night Embassy Suites by Hilton Denver International Airport offers guests an indoor pool and spa tub You can save yourself some money by enjoying its complimentary breakfast and airport shuttle Keep in mind that Hilton no longer publishes an award chart an award night will cost around 49,000 Hilton Honors points The Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Center features an onsite restaurant Free Wi-Fi in public areas and a free airport shuttle are also provided the Crowne Plaza is a real bargain at just 25,000 IHG One Rewards points per night DEN’s Great Hall is currently going through a renovation project with areas of Jeppesen Terminal inaccessible to passengers limiting the restaurant options outside of the secure area but passengers have plenty of choices at their departure concourse All security checkpoints and check-in desks are operating as usual but the airport is recommending that passengers arrive on the east or west side applicable for their airline as navigating the terminal can take a little longer than usual You can only walk from Jeppesen Terminal to Concourse A passengers must ride the Automatic Guideway Transit System from Jeppesen Terminal or Concourse A Denver International Airport is referred to as DEN and DIA Denver International Airport has free Wi-Fi for passengers in all of its public areas select “DEN Airport Free WiFi” from your available connections Denver International Airport opened in 1995 Denver International Airport is 140 square kilometers — twice the size of Manhattan Denver International Airport is a smoke-free airport Passengers can smoke in designated smoking areas outside of Jeppesen Terminal before clearing security Denver International Airport has 148 gates split across 3 concourses — Concourses A Concourse B is the largest concourse with 66 departure gates Passenger pick-up is from level 4 arrivals at Jeppesen Terminal Passenger drop-off is on level 6 departures The Automatic Guideway Transit System is the underground train that runs from Jeppesen Terminal to Concourse C It takes around 6 minutes from Jeppesen Terminal to Concourse C United Airlines’ ticketing and check-in are located at the west side of Jeppesen Terminal United exclusively occupies Concourse B for flight operations No waiting is permitted at the curbside areas outside of the terminals; vehicles can wait for free in the cell phone lot on the outskirts of the airport Amar is an avid traveler and tester of products He has spent the last 13 years traveling all 7 continents and has put the products to the test on each of them He has contributed to publications including Forbes Plus — expert strategies to maximize your points & miles by joining our (free) newsletter We respect your privacy. 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Two people have been charged with a combined 67 offences after they allegedly rammed three police vehicles with a stolen car at a shopping centre near Melbourne Airport last week Witnesses reported seeing the car drive into the police vehicles which were blocking the down ramp exit at Westfield Airport West last Thursday who saw the incident during his lunch break said the car reversed up the ramp and attempted to ram the vehicles again before being boxed in by a third police car “All of a sudden this car comes driving down the ramp and tries to ram through the cop cars,” he told Melbourne radio station 3AW at the time “It was unsuccessful and kind of hit a couple of cops in doing so then they reversed again and then tried to ram through the middle of the two cop cars again.” Footage of the incident showed a police officer jump out of the way as the vehicle which appeared to have a large sticker with a sale price plastered on its windscreen Two people have now been charged after police vehicles were rammed at Westfield Airport West Shoppers watched on as police officers ultimately used batons to smash the windows of the car and dragged out the two occupants A detective senior sergeant was injured during the incident and taken to hospital with serious leg injuries while the man was treated for minor injuries Both have since been discharged from hospital The arrests were part of Operation Hyperion and come after a stolen four-wheel-drive and a stolen white van were used in smash-grab burglaries in Glenroy and Fawkner last Wednesday Police believe the pair were involved in a third smash-grab burglary at a computer store in Millers Road in Altona North about 2am on Thursday including aggravated exposure of a police officer and a string of theft and drug possession charges He was released and later returned to prison for breaching parole He will appear before Melbourne Magistrates Court on April 19 The 24-year-old woman from Castlemaine was charged with 25 theft and drug possession offences and was bailed to appear in the Broadmeadows Magistrates Court on March 3 Our Breaking News Alert will notify you of significant breaking news when it happens. Get it here Two people have been charged with a combined 67 offences after they at a shopping centre near Melbourne Airport last week \\u201CAll of a sudden this car comes driving down the ramp and tries to ram through the cop cars,\\u201D he told Melbourne radio station 3AW at the time \\u201CIt was unsuccessful and kind of hit a couple of cops in doing so then they reversed again and then tried to ram through the middle of the two cop cars again.\\u201D Our Breaking News Alert will notify you of significant breaking news when it happens