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Fertility rate bounced back in 2021
Australia registered 309,996 births in 2021, an increase of more than 15,600 on registered births in 2020 and lifting the total fertility rate (TFR) to…
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New study to tackle obesity with sand
Fresh research from the University of South Australia (UniSA) has identified specially constructed sand as a new therapy to tackle obesity. The engineered particles of…
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Report examines multiculturalism in politics
A new report investigating if Australia is the most successful multicultural society, specifically when electing migrants to federal politics, states there is a long way…
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Police jockeying into position for cup carnival
Victoria Police is saddled up for the Melbourne Cup Carnival, with the event back with full crowds this year. Police will have a highly visible…
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Free breakfast for hungry students
The state government is ensuring students can start the school day with a full stomach and clear mind to learn and succeed – with more…
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Better Migraine education by Migraine Australia
Migraine Australia has just released 18 factsheets to support the community better to understand migraine disorder. From treatment and symptoms to the various types of…
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Get your parcels in the post
With only two months until the big day, Australia Post is encouraging people to get cracking on Christmas shopping, announcing the all-important last sending dates…
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Man caught driving over the speed limit
A Caroline Springs man has lost his license following a single-car crash on Tuesday morning. Police attended the scene on K Road, Werribee about 6am.…
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Tailored mental health support available
Brimbank community members can now access a new mental health service via cohealth. Delivered in partnership with Clarity Health Care and the University of Melbourne’s…
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Sunshine man alleged to be six times over the limit
Police have suspended the licence of a Sunshine man after being found six times over the limit last week. Police intercepted a 2014 Ford Focus…
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Fatal collision in St Albans
Police are investigating the death of a pedestrian following a fatal collision in St Albans on Monday morning. Emergency services were called to the intersection…
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Man charged after car drives into a house
A 37-year-old man has been charged after crashing a car into a home in Sunshine North on Sunday. The man has been charged with reckless…
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Government could revive State Electricity Commission
The state government has announced it will bring back government ownership of energy in an effort to deliver cheaper power bills and lower emissions, if…
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Funding announced for veterans
The state government has announced a series of grants for veteran groups across the state. Veterans minister Shaun Leane announced almost $1 million in funding…
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Beyond Blue calls for suicide intervention
Beyond Blue is encouraging governments to invest in prevention and early intervention, as well as suicide crisis support, following the release of the latest Australian…
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