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One last lap for RSPCA’s Million Paws Walk

RSPCA’s Million Paws Walk will return to communities across Victoria in 2025 to raise vital funds for animals across Australia on Sunday, May 25,...

Advisory against rental scams

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) is warning people to be on the lookout as a fake rental scam has resurfaced with prospective...

Stand-up night to bring laughs to Brimbank

From comedy big-wigs to lesser known talents packed with a spotlight-worthy sense of humour, seven comics will put together an extraordinary jest-fest at the...

Congestion frustration

As the daily commute for Fraser Rise residents turns into a “dangerous” bumper-to-bumper ordeal, locals are concerned the widening gap between population growth and...

Thomas Bowery remembered for breaking the mould

Thomas Bowery, father of the late artist Leigh Bowery, is being remembered as a man whose life was shaped by deep community service, and...

Rollercoaster of rarer dementia

Little is known about a form of dementia that affects more than 100,000 Australians but researchers are looking to build knowledge on the debilitating...

Diverse bonds on display

In a spectacular display of colours and cultures, students from the Albion North Primary School highlighted their strong diverse bonds as part of this...

Cavaliers finally have win on the board, want more

The monkey off the back for Green Gully in the National Premier League. It had been a tough start to the season for the Cavaliers...

Around the grounds in Brimbank

Basketball Keilor Thunder’s Isabelle Bourne has been named in Australia’s 3x3 women’s Champions Cup squad. It’s the first time Bourne has been named in the...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Concussion campaign aims to keep kids safe

Sports Medicine Australia has launched a nationwide campaign to help coaches, teachers and sport medicine professionals safely manage the 100,000 sport-related concussions in Australia...

Community Calendar

Keilor Park Tennis Club Social Night Join the club on Monday nights for a free social hit and get to know other club members. All...

St Albans collision turns fatal

Police are investigating a collision in St Albans earlier this month, which has now turned fatal. Emergency services responded after a vehicle travelling along Main...

Local music groups singing out for members

Brimbank residents are being encouraged to hit the high notes of connection, or tune into a new hobby by signing up for local music-focused...

‘Wominjeka Plaza’ put forward as name for proposed courtyard

A proposed courtyard which will be built adjacent to the country's first Vietnamese museum in Sunshine, is expected to be named Wominjeka Plaza by...

Year of low rainfall for Victoria

The Bureau of Meteorology has released its official record of Australia's climate, water, and notable weather events for 2024, revealing that rainfall was below...

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Cavaliers finally have win on the board, want more

The monkey off the back for Green Gully in the National Premier League. It had been a tough start to the season for the Cavaliers...