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Mixed results from road op
A 14-year-old boy was caught driving a stolen scooter while under the influence of drugs and a 57-year-old man returned a breath test reading six…
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Codeine ban takes effect
The national ban on over-the-counter codeine that took effect last Thursday has been labelled a step in the right direction by the state’s largest organisation…
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Park playscape doubles numbers
The installation of an innovative playscape at Brimbank Park has resulted in more than double the number of park visitors engaging in physical activity. The…
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Double delight for law student
Joseph Hafoka is not sure if law is in his blood, but it’s a career he’s harboured from a young age. The Deer Park resident…
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D-day for rise site
Community groups are calling on Brimbank council to finally purchase the former Calder Rise Primary School site in Keilor. At its February 20 meeting the…
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Performing for a good cause
Keilor Downs drag queen Lydia Vanity may not have taken out the top gong at last month’s Miss Gay & Miss Transsexual Australia International beauty…
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Triple treat for Deer Park West
Deer Park West Primary School has welcomed the new school year with a school first. Three sets of twins have begun prep at the school.…
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VicRoads fight to continue
The lobby group fighting to keep licence tests and vehicle checks in Sunshine has vowed to continue the fight, despite VicRoads moving into its new…
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Bridge halfway there
The latest stage of the Melton Highway level crossing removal in Sydenham has been unveiled, with traffic running along the southern side of the new…
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Schooled in savings
Lower-income families across Brimbank have been taking advantage of a new Smith Family program that helps with back-to-school expenses. The savings program, Saver Plus, provides…
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Child protection funding boost
A multi-million dollar investment in improving child protection services is coming to Melbourne’s west, with new programs to be trialled in Brimbank. Families and Children’s…
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Brimbank pioneers honoured
By Tate Papworth and Ewen McRae A pioneer for women in ambulance services has been recognised for her decades of work. Georgie Hall, who…
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Tiny broadcaster a laugh a minute
Seerat Dhiman has been taking over the airwaves – and she’s doing it at the tender age of five. Seerat, who is in grade 1…
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Sports revamp a winner
A boost for Brimbank sport will make it easier for greater female participation and improve year-round access at two major facilities. Work was completed last…
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Northern rail in service struggle
The Craigieburn and Upfield train lines are among the worst for delayed and cancelled services in the Metro network, according to latest performance data. Public…
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