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Homelessness in the spotlight
This week will be like most other weeks for local charity Inspire Hope. The organisation’s Tamara Carr, along with her team of volunteers, will be…
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Rubbish fire under investigation
A rubbish fire in Brooklyn on Sunday morning is still under investigation. Fire Rescue Victoria crews were called to Cleanaway’s Brooklyn Resource Recovery Centre at…
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COVID recovery grants open
Brimbank community groups, organisations and youth initiatives are being encouraged to apply for grants to help with their COVID-19 recovery. The Brimbank council community recovery…
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Pandemic takes a toll
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a considerable toll on the psychological health of staff at Western Health, a new study has found. Western Health, in…
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Residents on alert
Residents and workers in parts of Brimbank and Melton have been put on alert after COVID-19 samples have been found in wastewater in Caroline Springs.…
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Funding boost for ’green’ aquatic centre
Brimbank council’s marquee project, the Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre, has received a funding boost from the federal government. The government last week announced it…
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The beating art of a hospital theatre
For decades, Dr Bob Smith has held patients’ lives in his hands. Now, the retired anaesthetist has gained recognition for his paintings of scenes in the operating theatre.…
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Brush your pet’s teeth
Greencross Vets has partnered with Petbarn to raise awareness about the importance of dental hygiene in dogs and cats. The chain of veterinary hospitals –…
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Calder Park Drive level crossing to go
Congestion at the Calder Park Drive level crossing is set to be a thing of the past, with the state government announcing plans to remove…
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New western station bid gains council support
Brimbank council has given in principle support for a Moonee Valley council campaign for an extra train station to be added to the Melbourne Airport…
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Brimbank goes green
Brimbank council is continuing its push toward renewable energy,with more council-owned buildings and facilities now powered by 100 per cent renewable energy, according to council.…
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Station access improved
Upgrades to Watergardens station to make it more accessible have been completed. The last of three new lifts at the station is now operational making…
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Call to ban gambling ads
Brimbank council has upped its war on gambling, calling for a ban on gambling advertisements. Councillor Virginia Tachos raised a notice of motion at a…
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Business fights to recover from pandemic
An Albanvale kung fu studio is hoping to rebuild after being hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Wing Chun Kung Fu used to have more…
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Safety improvements needed
Brimbank council is calling for safety upgrades on the Old Calder Highway near Overnewton College before someone is seriously hurt. Councillor Maria Kerr raised a…
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