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Fuel up for a long summer trip without breaking the bank
With Christmas and Boxing Day done and dusted for another year, many people will be hitting the road for a summer getaway.
Fuel prices have...
Eating disorder distress expected to increase for holiday season
For those living with an eating disorder, food-centric holidays, such as Christmas and new years, can be exceptionally challenging and Butterfly, the national charity...
Can you cure a hangover?
After seeing in the New Year you are probably going to be feeling a little bit under the weather. For a lot of people,...
Make healthy choices this New Year
The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is urging the community, including those in, to make healthy and safe choices when celebrating during the New...
Sticking to New Year’s resolutions
New Year’s is a time of celebration and welcoming a fresh start but it’s also the time where those seemingly unattainable resolutions are made....
Tips to minimise the chance of a house fire
Emergency services respond to about 3000 house fires across the state year, residents in can follow these simple tips from the Victorian Country Fire...
Staying safe from mosquito-borne diseases this summer
The state government is urging Victorians, including those from Brimbank, to be proactive in protecting themselves from mosquito-borne diseases this season, with warm weather...
Tips from the RACV for a safe holiday period
RACV is urging Victorians to keep safety at the forefront of their plans ahead of the summer holidays, with some useful tips to address...
A timeless classic
In the realm of salads, few have achieved the iconic status of the Caesar salad. With its perfect balance of flavours and textures, this...
RSPCA guide for keeping cats happy at home
The RSPCA is reminding cat owners, including those in Brimbank, that their feline friends can live its best and safe live contained in the...
Feed your interest
Growing vegetables in pots is a fantastic way to eat fresh and save money over summer.
Whether it’s space, time or physical ability that rules...
Keep your family safe this summer
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) is reminding homeowners to ensure their swimming pool or spa is installed by a registered building practitioner and has...
Toddler snacks on Australian supermarket shelves fail sugar recommendations
More than three quarters (78 per cent) of ready-made toddler foods found in supermarkets fail to meet all sugar recommendations set by the World...
Watch out for plants that could harm your furry friend
Victorians should be on the lookout for plants over the holiday period that are toxic to pets, according to pet insurance company money.co.uk.
The company...
Australia’s dumped tyre pile is getting bigger
Tyre Stewardship Australia (TSA) has released its tyre recovery data for 2022-2023, and things do not look good.
Alarmingly, Australia’s recovery of used car, bus...