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Metcalfe joins the Thunder

New Keilor Thunder recruit Nikki Metcalfe knew she was going to say yes to playing with the side even before the question was asked. Metcalfe...

Community pantry calls for donations

Hoping to meet the needs of all vulnerable residents, members from the Kororoit Creek Neighbourhood House are calling on locals to donate to the...

TAFE agreement announced

The Australian Education Union (AEU) endorsed a new in-principle agreement that aims to provide TAFE teachers with wage increases, a modern classification system, and...

My Place

As an artist and local advocate for marginalised members of the community, Brimbank resident Shannon Meilak has been at the forefront of igniting crucial...

Sod turned on country’s first Vietnamese museum

Work is officially underway on Australia’s first Vietnamese Cultural Centre and Museum, following the project’s ground breaking ceremony in Sunshine on March 16. ...

Taylors Hill men arrested for alleged link to organised crime syndicate

Two Taylors Hill men are among 12 people arrested by detectives as part of an investigation into the alleged extortion of tobacco stores linked...

Day to build neighbourly love

Brimbank council is encouraging residents to build connections in their local area as part of this year’s Neighbour Day celebrations. Held on the last...

McKenzie joins Lions

Deer Park has received a late off season boost with former AFL player Trent McKenzie joining the Essendon District Football League premier division club. The...

Crows in trouble

Sunshine has work to do if it is to claim the Victorian Turf Cricket Association Isaac Howarth Shield premiership. The Crows had a day to...

Lions on top after first weekend of grand final

Deer Park took a risk on day one of the Victorian Turf Cricket Association senior division grand final and it paid off. Despite warm conditions...

Sunshine is on top

It’s been 37 years between top flight premierships but the Sunshine Eagles are now back on top in the Baseball Victoria summer league premier...

Parkers lose final

Deer Park was out performed on the final day of the Bowls Victoria weekend pennant premier division season, falling short of a third straight...

City West Falcons off to flier

City West Falcons coach Marg Lind was left pleasantly surprised by her side’s opening round win against the Western Warriors in the Victorian Netball...

Celebrating harmony and diversity at MP’s electorate office

In the heart of Melbourne’s western suburbs, Luba Grigorovitch’s electorate office stands as a testament to the strength found in diversity. The team comprises...

What are serviced apartments

Serviced apartments within a retirement village are ideally suited to older individuals who are mobile, and able to live independently and who would enjoy...

Enjoy a new lease on life at Rivervue

Australian seniors are redefining the 'Great Australian Dream' — not just with bricks and mortar, but with a lifestyle that offers more freedom, connection,...

My first year at school: Preps 2025

On Tuesday February 4 St Paul’s preps took their first steps on their seven-year primary school journey; a journey of excitement, discovery and growth....

Discover a lifestyle you’ll love, with care that feels like home

Are you looking for residential aged care that’s truly special? Discover Keilor East Manor Care Community and be among the first to experience its...

A passionate advocate for the west

Luba Grigorovitch was born and raised in Melbourne’s west, in Altona. She completed her education at Mount St Joseph Girls' College in Altona West...

Study into ’neglected’ issue

Researchers are investigating causes and potential treatments for perinatal intrusions — intense and vivid thoughts that impact most people during and after pregnancy. Intrusive and...

Young women turning their back on the pill

I was put on birth control when I was 14, three years later after 250 consecutive days of menstrual bleeding and seven alternative birth...

Surgeon reconstructs hope

“Women’s health has always been a passion of mine,” would probably sufficiently explain why Dr Anannya Chakrabarti is a reconstructive breast surgeon, but it...

Virtual health clinic for women

A free virtual health clinic will help to make women’s health more accessible for women across Victoria. On Wednesday, February 5, Health Minister Mary-Anne...

Antenatal care without the stigma

Finding the right place to give birth and be comfortable is something that is near the top of an expecting mother’s lists. The hospital needs...

Pelvic pain and what to do about it

Alex Lopes is a pelvic health physiotherapist, the director of Pelvic Health Melbourne in Altona North, and past national chair of the Australian Physiotherapy...

School break opportunity to have other-worldly fun

With the Easter school holidays fast-approaching, Brimbank council is ready to host a range of ‘other-worldly’ activities to keep families entertained. From a stars...

Shortlist announced for Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards 2025

The shortlist for the Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards has been revealed, with an extraordinary line-up of 36 talented Australian writers, playwrights, poets and storytellers...

Eat best in the west

The west’s reputation as a foodie destination will be further enhanced by being on the menu for this month’s Melbourne Food and Wine Festival....

Number plate theft hot spot

Brimbank is among the Victorian municipalities hardest hit by number plate thefts. According to the latest crime data, in Brimbank 1110 number plate theft reports...

Neurodiversity fires creativity behind Matties Minis

Ahead of Neurodiversity Celebration Week , Cade Lucas spoke to South Kingsville artist Matt Mak and partner Lauren Kerr about his recent ADHD diagnosis,...

Animal cruelty reminder

After a 57-year-old St Albans woman pleaded guilty to breaching her animal ownership disqualification conditions at the Sunshine Magistrates Court late last year, RSPCA...

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McKenzie joins Lions

Deer Park has received a late off season boost with former AFL player Trent McKenzie joining the Essendon District Football League premier division club. The...

Crows in trouble