Tag: News
New hall a boost for college
By Esther Lauaki
A new multipurpose hall will be a game-changer for Caroline Chisholm Catholic College.
Construction began last week on the new multi-purpose hall which...
Feedback sought on leisure centre name
Brimbank residents are invited to offer their thoughts on the naming of the St Albans Leisure Centre redevelopment.
The $55.1 million project, which began earlier...
Four high-risk virus sites in Brimbank
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By Esther Lauaki
Visitors to four high risk COVID-19 sites in Brimbank are being urged to be vigilant and get tested if symptoms develop.
V/Line’s Deer...
Step towards reopening
By Esther Lauaki
Thousands of Brimbank employees will return to work this week as the state moves another step closer to COVID normal.
Metropolitan Melbourne...
Slithering into snake season
Brimbank residents should be aware of snakes out and about as the spring weather warms up, the state’s environmental authority says.
Department of Environment, Land,...
Police ready for crime surge
By Esther Lauaki
Heavier police patrols will be visible around Brimbank and Melton in preparation for a possible surge in crime as restrictions ease across...
Help to lower energy bills
A new webinar series aims to take some of the stress out of rising energy bills as lengthy lockdown restrictions continue.
The Consumer Policy...
Drugs found after high-speed intercept
Drugs
By Esther Lauaki
A 38-year-old man has been arrested after police located a large quantity of drugs and cash during an intercept in Derrimut.
Officers were...
Protect your pets
Petbarn and Greencross Vets are calling on pet owners in the Brimbank community to protect their four-legged friends against fleas, ticks and worms this...
Community heroes honoured
By Esther Lauaki
Community heroes were celebrated at the We Are Brimbank Awards last week.
Brimbank council congratulated the winners at a special virtual...
Call to back local business
By Esther Lauaki
A Keilor East restaurant owner is calling on the community to keep supporting local businesses as they struggle under extended lockdown restrictions....
Wastewater tested for COVID-19
Sewage water in Brooklyn will be tested to find traces of COVID-19 after positive samples were discovered in Altona North.
The Department of Health...
Grants to help community get active
Brimbank organisations are being invited to apply for up to $2.5 million in grants to support the physical and mental health of Victorians, as...
Everyone needs a good Neighbourhood House
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By Esther Lauaki
Duke Street Community House is supplying up to 30 essential food hampers a week to Brimbank residents in need and is offering...
Brimbank’s baby boom
By Esther Lauaki
Brimbank is in the midst of a baby boom.
Joan Kirner Women's and Children's Hospital welcomed a record 579 babies in August and...