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Diggers CFA tanker pledge
The Liberal Party has pledged $210,000 for the Diggers Rest CFA to purchase a new light tanker if the party wins next month’s state election.…
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Storm asthma errors detailed
By Alesha Capone A damning report shows that triple-0 operators made several errors that may have contributed to delays in getting help to some…
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Police bust crop houses
Seven people have been arrested and almost 600 cannabis plants seized following the execution of a number of warrants across the west last month. Suburbs…
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Reserve changeroom upgrades complete
Female sports have been given a boost with the completion of much-needed changerooms at the Bon Thomas Reserve. Brimbank mayor Margaret Giudice opened the rooms…
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A celebration of women
A colourful four-metre high statue has been unveiled at the soon to be opened Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital. The eye-catching statue “Joy”, which…
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Brimbank’s new art agenda
Public art could be included in key capital works projects over the next five years. The Brimbank council unveiled its draft Brimbank Art Policy and…
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New voice for our youth
Brimbank’s youth will have a stronger voice with the establishment of the Brimbank Youth Council. The establishment of the youth council was a key recommendation…
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Supermarket jobs boost
Coles has announced 11 new jobs and a new-look supermarket at Sunshine West. The market-style supermarket was opened last Wednesday and will welcome new team…
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Business crippled by brazen theft
A young Keilor arborist had equipment valued at more than $300,000 stolen in a brazen heist last week. Security footage from the Keilor yard of…
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Win for cinematic silos
A Sunshine park will become a family destination after success in Pick My Project. Jacob Holley’s proposal for the suburb’s iconic silos to be transformed…
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Patrols to protect park
Frustrated community members have vowed to protect the newly opened Sunvale Community Park from vandals. The park has been attacked three times since opening last…
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Marketplace turns 20
The rich heritage of Sunshine will be on full display when Sunshine Marketplace celebrates its 20th birthday this week. The mall is situated on one…
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Anti-gambling campaign gathers momentum
Brimbank council has kicked off Victoria’s inaugural ‘Gambling Harm Awareness Week’ with an interactive community forum. The forum featured experts and community leaders who held…
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Cash boost for social housing
A three-level, seven-unit apartment building will be built in St Albans as part of one of the inner-west’s largest social housing projects. Housing Choices Australia…
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Fruits of labour unveiled
A popular Melbourne artist has brought a splash of colour to a busy Sunshine strip. Mike Makatron was commissioned to paint a mural on the…
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