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Victorians urged to be aware of stroke signs
Only 11 per cent of a group of surveyed Victorians knew a person’s inability to lift both arms is a key indicator they have suffered…
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Walking the walk for mental health
Brimbank residents are encouraged to take to the pavement next month as part of the One Foot Forward challenge. The Black Dog Institute initiative will…
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Streamlining community housing registrations
Community housing providers, including those in Brimbank, can now access state government funding quicker, as the state government puts streamlined arrangements in place so providers…
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Extra funding for campaign targeting sexist ads
An extra $1 million will go towards Women’s Health Victoria’s shEqual campaign to combat sexism, the objectification of women and gender inequality within advertising, the…
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Grants open to protect our coasts
A new grants program could see safer and improved access to Victoria’s coastline, the state government has announced. Environment and climate action minister Lily D’Ambrosio…
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Funding for Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing Scholarships Program
A mental health workforce that provides culturally safe and inclusive care by supporting traineeships and scholarships for Aboriginal people who want to work in the…
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Tourism set to boost
The return of cruise ships and increased direct international flights could be a major boost for tourism in Victoria, the state government has announced. Tourism,…
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Navigating the COVID-19 waves
Things have gone a bit quiet lately on the pandemic front, but what does this mean? It was only a year or so ago that…
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Community calendar
Want your event listed? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities.…
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Leunig gently rocks the boat
Cartoonist Michael Leunig is a son of the west. He was born in East Melbourne and educated at Footscray North Primary School and Maribyrnong High…
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Council nurse advocacy continues
Melton council is continuing to advocate for the state government to address a shortage of maternal and child health (MCH) nurses, which has forced council…
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Drawing leads to royal encounter
Wednesday, March 5, 1986, is an incredibly special day for Caroline Springs’ Maryann Zerafa. The then 20-year-old made her way to Melbourne Airport with her…
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A crust above
Pepper, salt and gravy and a special 30-year-old family recipe have helped a Caroline Springs take out the award for the best Shepherd’s pie in…
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Blending the spices of life
The smell of cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, cumin, coriander, ginger and turmeric wafted through the Braybrook Community Hub on Tuesday, September 13. Participants in…
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Celebrating seniors and carers with a month of events
Movies, theatre, festivals and high tea are among the many activities on offer as Brimbank Council gets ready to celebrate carers and senior citizens next…
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