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Pool steam ahead
Construction is officially underway on Melton’s highly anticipated Aquatic and Leisure Centre which will include a first-of-its-kind aquatic sensory space. The project marks a major…
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The two public servants
As we all know, English cricket suffered an ignominious defeat at The Oval on 29 August, 1882, when the colonials beat Mother England at her…
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Cats contained in new pet plan
A new cat containment initiative will be introduced to Brimbank next year under council’s Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP) for 2026-2029, which was adopted in…
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Pedestrian killed
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision in Brooklyn that took place early morning Saturday 22 November. It is understood a car struck…
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A spectrum of colours
Christmas cheer has arrived in Fraser Rise as a local family’s glowing display shines light on a good cause. The Selle family has put on…
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Meet the Faces of Wyndham
A portrait alone could never tell a person’s entire story. Concept artist and photographer David Mullins’ Faces of Wyndham project has proved it can be…
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New National Children’s Commissioner commences term
Australia’s new National Children’s Commissioner, Deb Tsorbaris, said the nation must seize the opportunity to deliver real change for children and families, as she began…
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Fashion festival turns 30
The Melbourne Fashion Festival will celebrate its 30th anniversary when it takes place early next year. Beginning in 1996, the festival is now Australia’s largest…
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Departing international students given cyber crime warning
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is warning departing international students to not sell their bank accounts and ID to criminals looking to scam and launder…
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Harder laws against underquoting coming
The state government is introducing new laws to more intensely target the practise of underquoting in house sales. The laws will be introduced next year…
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Help shape Avalon’s future
The state government has announced it is now accepting community feedback on how to develop its 10-year strategy to develop Avalon Airport and its employment…
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Voluntary Assisted Dying changes ‘fairer’ and ‘more compassionate’
Amendments to the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2017 officially passed the Victorian Parliament on 18 November – bringing Victoria’s laws in line with some other…
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New knife crime laws as record number taken off streets
Violent offenders using knives may be locked up for longer as a record number of machetes and other blades are seized, mainly from criminals and…
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Cat Protection Society of Victoria appeals for the gift of nine lives this Christmas
This Christmas, The Cat Protection Society of Victoria (CPSV) is calling on Victorians to help give the gift of life to cats in need through…
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Hobsons Bay Christmas calendar
Christmas events are ramping up across Hobsons Bay as the festive season approaches. For those with clothing in need of mending or some handyman advice,…
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