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Tunnel project tracking along

Brimbank residents who rely on the Sunbury train can expect to soon use the upgraded Sunbury Line, with the Metro Tunnel Project tracking along...

Millions in storage

Millions of dollars could be freed up for local projects greatly needed by the community if Brimbank council decided to consolidate two of its...

Projecting the beauty of Kororoit Creek

A new series of projections in Sunshine will transport viewers to the lush greenscape of the local Kororoit Creek. A collection of 42 snapshots,...

Victoria breaks cardiac arrest survival record

Victoria has Australia’s best cardiac arrest survival rate and the third best in the world following a record year. Ambulance Victoria has released its...

Teaching kids about bugs benefits the environment

Pro-environmental behaviour increases among school students who participate in insect-related citizen science projects, according to new research from the University of Adelaide. Students who participated...

New upgrade hits sixes

With the completion of a significant upgrade, the St Albans Sports Club is now ready to offer game-changing training to all players. The club’s...

Local SES recruitment drive planned

Members from the Brimbank State Emergency Service (SES) are hosting a recruitment drive to attract new volunteers. Hoping to boost member-numbers, the unit is putting...

Cats, Roos lose

Albion and Sunshine both suffered losses in their return to Western Football League division 1, while Caroline Springs lost a thriller on Saturday. It was...

Richards ready for Keilor Thunder challenge

Keilor Thunder import Magnus Richards has been learning on the go as he settles in the National Basketball League 1 South club. Richards arrived in...

Georgies bounce back onto winners list

Caroline Springs George Cross showed its character as it returned to the winners list in the Victorian Premier League 1 competition on Friday night. The...

Cobras ready for challenge

Albanvale believes it will build as the Western Football League division 2 season progresses. The Cobras have had an off season of change, led by...

Blues blistering start

Reigning premiers Keilor sent an early message with a demolition job of Deer Park on Saturday in the opening round of the Essendon District...

Falcons have to fight hard to remain undefeated

The City West Falcons remain undefeated in the Victorian Netball League, but only just. The Falcons had their biggest test of the season on Wednesday...

The benefits of living in a retirement village

As Australians age, ensuring a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle becomes a growing priority. For many older Victorians, a retirement village offers an ideal solution,...

New Woolworths store opens in Hillside

A new Woolworths supermarket opened on Thursday March 20 in Hillside, offering a brand new shopping experience for the local Banchory Grove community. The...

Green Gully is not only a hub for soccer enthusiasts

Green Gully Soccer Club in Keilor Downs is not only a hub for soccer enthusiasts but also a versatile venue for various events. Looking...

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,...

IVF, endometriosis drugs cheaper

A new treatment for a common painful condition and two other drugs will be made cheaper to improve thousands of Australian women’s lives. About 8500...

Reducing triple-0 hesitancy

A new study found that women are less comfortable calling triple-0 when experiencing symptoms of a heart attack, providing a possible reason why women...

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...

Empowering initiative kicks off for local girls

Melton council has partnered with local sports clubs and community groups to encourage women and girls to get active throughout April as part of...

Indian visitors drive record tourist spend

Recent data shows tourists visiting Victoria spent a record $40 billion last year. The data from Tourism Research Australia’s National Visitor Survey and International Visitor...

Pedestrian safety no joke at Melbourne comedy festival

The TAC will have a presence in Melbourne’s CBD during this year’s Melbourne International Comedy Festival (MICF), encouraging all road users to play their...

Logos banned to make school uniforms cheaper

School logos on shorts, pants, skirts and socks in Victorian government schools will be banned from next year in order to make uniforms cheaper. The...

WorkSafe return to work grants return

Applications are open for WorksSafe’s return to work innovations grants. The grants provide funding for Victoria workforce and community initiatives that help injured employees recover...

A walk around Seabrook

Jaidyn Kennedy takes you on a 'typical' Friday evening walk around his home suburbs Seabrook, with a little help from his friends. No, it’s...

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Cats, Roos lose

Albion and Sunshine both suffered losses in their return to Western Football League division 1, while Caroline Springs lost a thriller on Saturday. It was...