Malta Xlokk

Malta Xlokk, the South Eastern Region, was one of Malta's administrative regions from 1993 to 2009 and took its name from the Xlokk, the warm Sirocco wind blowing from the south-east. It included the capital Valletta, t…

A weatherproof box where anyone can leave books, toys or kitchen bits and take something else: sustainability can be that simple. What matters is a good spot, permission from the owner or the council, and a few people w…

Not everyone finds smartphones, online bookings or long forms easy. Often a patient half hour is all it takes to help someone. Important: never take over passwords or bank details, go through it together step by step in…

Whether it's a part-time job in a café, delivering leaflets or tutoring: your first job brings not just money but confidence too. Make sure you get a written contract and that your hours fit around school or college. Wh…

A driving licence is a big step towards independence for many, but it takes time and money. Compare offers beforehand, study the theory regularly in small chunks and stay relaxed during lessons. Bikes and public transpo…

The weekend is coming and the question is the same as always: what shall we do? Got an idea for a day trip, a concert or simply a lovely afternoon in Malta Xlokk? Drop your tips in the comments!

A good walk clears the head and shows your home from a new angle. Which route do you love most in Malta Xlokk, and roughly how long does it take? Share your favourite loop with us!

Lots of things in town only work because people give their time for free. Where do you volunteer in Malta Xlokk, and where could more helping hands be useful? Tell us about it and inspire others to join in!

Malta Xlokk, also known as the South Eastern Region, was a region of Malta between 1993 and 2009. It was located on the main island of Malta, bordering Malta Majjistral. It included the capital Valletta. The name referr…

Almost every neighbourhood is home to people with many different first languages. In a language exchange two people learn from each other: half an hour in one language, half an hour in the other. Real friendships often …

Not every kind of help needs tools or a car. Sometimes a walk, a phone call or a coffee together is exactly what someone is missing, especially people who live alone. Would you like to give some time for a chat in Saint…

Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in Saint John Parish, Dominica? Tell us where you're from and what you're looki…

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Saint John Parish, Dominica do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who move…