Brimbank
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Bin collections missing a trick
The number of missed kerbside bin collections in Brimbank rose last year. Data collected by the state government shows that 11.91 bins per 10,000 households…
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Digital switch causes planning delays
Less than half of Brimbank’s planning applications are decided upon within required time frames, according to state government statistics. The Know Your Council website shows…
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Council to amend Social Justice Charter
Brimbank council is set to amend its Social Justice Charter to better reflect the voices of women from different backgrounds, abilities and ages. At last…
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Disability exhibition opens this week
An exhibition that highlights the creativity of Brimbank’s disabled community will launch this week, with a special celebration. This Friday marks International Day of People…
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Plan to protect historic gardens
Brimbank council has put in place a new plan to manage and protect Sunshine’s historical H.V. McKay Memorial Gardens. Mayor Margaret Giudice said the plan…
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Plans to accommodate ageing population
With more than 30 per cent of its population aged over 50, Brimbank council has taken the first steps to making the municipality age-friendly. A…
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New laws to tackle hoon behaviour
Brimbank council will soon have the power to impound monkey bikes, scooters and other recreational vehicles. A clause added to the municipality’s local laws at…
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New laws to protect significant trees
The controversial removal of a much-loved oak tree in Maribyrnong won’t be repeated in Brimbank after the council introduced new laws to protect significant trees.…
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Courageous rescuer honoured
A young man from Deer Park has been recognised for a courageous act in which he helped to save a woman’s life. Muhammad Usman, 24,…
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Council funds festive outlook
Brimbank council has committed almost half a million dollars toward community groups for the 2017-18 year. The council announced $453,000 in community grants funding to…
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West backs marriage equality
By Ben Millar and Ewen McRae A majority of inner-west residents threw their support behind allowing same-sex couples to marry, joining a national push for…
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United in crime fight
By Charlene Macaulay and Ewen McRae A series of community safety forums in Brimbank in 2018 will help determine policing priorities and identify community safety…
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New mayor vows to maintain community first approach
Brimbank’s new mayor, Margaret Giudice, has vowed to continue the council’s ‘community first’ approach. Elected to the position at last week’s special meeting, Cr Giudice…
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Jobs tactic to fight crime
Victoria Police is throwing its support behind young people in the west as part of its campaign to steer them away from crime and into…
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