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Pub giant fined $177k over underage gambling breaches

Australia's largest pubs operator will cough up $177,000 for repeatedly flouting underage gambling laws. An underage teenager was allowed to gamble on multiple occasions at...

Thunderstorm asthma season is upon us

As grass pollen season has arrived the threat of thunderstorm asthma increases dramatically with people asked to be on alert for symptoms. Warmer weather, increased...

Craigieburn man now a millionaire

A Craigieburn man has been caught in a whirlwind of excitement, enduring two sleepless nights as he revels in the reality of his $1.2...

Fighting childhood cancer

With a commitment to improving the lives of young cancer patients, Donnybrook Primary School held its annual Footy Colours Day last month. The national...

Veterans honoured in our midst

Veteran Gabi and James Warnett from Bundoora, is a testament to service, community and family. They participated in the RSL Active Melbourne Zoo Family...

Comic convention coming

Comic book aficionados and sci-fi lovers are in for a treat with the Yarra Plenty Ranges Library comics convention returning this year. LIB-CON 2024 will...

Kangan, Spectrum join forces

Students will benefit from a partnership between Kangan Institute and Spectrum Migrant Resource Centre, which aims to enhance settlement support, access to work placements...

Broncos announce import

The Hume City Broncos have locked in their first women’s import for next year’s Big V championship season. Kenna Holt, a standout player at Bishop...

Around the grounds in Hume and Whittlesea

Premier Cricket Greenvale Kangaroos weren’t able to bat out the day in Victorian Premier Cricket on Saturday. Facing Kingston Hawthorn, the Kangaroos were bowled...

Pacers to return in division 1

Excitement is growing for the Whittlesea Pacers as they prepare to make their return to the court in the Big V women’s competition. After not...

New-look Plenty Valley fires in round one

A big pre-season has shown through early for Plenty Valley in the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association north-east. With just two players returning from last season’s...

Warriors show good signs

Westmeadows showed some positive signs first up in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association senior division on Saturday. The Warriors kicked off the season with the...

Fire in the belly for Said

The disappointment of missing out on making the Vic Metro squad spurred Calder Cannons Patrick Said for the rest of the season. It led to...

Support for your NDIS journey

Windemere Child and Family services has been a trusted provider of disability services for over 30 years with customer service taking pride of place...

Downsize without compromise at La Dimora Retirement Resort

In today’s fast-paced world, the notion of downsizing can often be accompanied by fears of sacrificing lifestyle and independence. However, at La Dimora Retirement...

The Whittlesea Show is a great day out for the whole family

The much-loved Whittlesea Show has always been a staple of the community and the 2024 event, to be held on November 2 and 3,...

At 94 Marjorie is radiant in every way

“I always try to look my best,” says Marjorie Drew firmly. “I plan on living to at least 103, and I have absolutely...

Three decades of commitment to quality Catholic education

Penola Catholic College is preparing to celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2025, marking three decades of commitment to quality Catholic education. The college’s 30th...

Book a seat at Seniors’ Living 101 at Callisto Place

Deciding where to live as a senior can be a big decision. As a result, it’s logical to seek advice from those you trust,...

Bladder weakeness and what to do about it

(intro) Alex Lopes is a pelvic health physiotherapist, the director of Pelvic Health Melbourne in Altona North, and past national chair of the Australian...

Supporting the first thousand days

A clinic at the Royal Women's Hospital is striving to support babies who have been exposed to drugs and alcohol before birth, and their...

Breastfeeding support for all

World Breastfeeding Week is a global campaign aiming to raise awareness of the importance of breastfeeding and the benefits it provides to mothers, children,...

’There’s no silver lining’

Jacki O’Farrell had a cardiac arrest during her first birth and was unable to sit up for her first two weeks of motherhood. Her...

Acknowledging women’s pain

Women experience chronic pain at higher rates than men, according to Northern Health head of gynaecology Josephine Vivian-Taylor. Dr Vivian-Taylor said women are disproportionately affected...

Supporting women through birth trauma

In the halls of the Royal Women's Hospital, a specialist team of seasoned midwives stands out for its unique initiative in supporting women who...

Partnership to help young people soar

Broadmeadows' Banksia Gardens Community Services will be able to support more young people experiencing disadvantage to access education and training, thanks to a grant...

Epping carjacking

Police are investigating a carjacking in Epping early hours of October 14. The carjacking occurred near the intersection of Findon and Epping roads about...

Man jailed for terrorism offences

A man who tried to light bushfires in Humevale as part of religiously-motivated terror attacks has been jailed for eight years. The man, now aged...

Caravan security tips after a rise in thefts

RACV and Neighbourhood Watch Victoria are reminding caravan owners to keep their vans secure, with caravan thefts or attempted thefts reaching the highest level...

Giving artists a chance to shine

The Ballan District Artists Collective and The Ballan Arts Space have collaborated on a dual exhibition featuring a variety of artwork by local artists. A...

Play can help mental health

Watching your children frolic through a playground is one of the many joys of being a parent or grandparent, but new research has found...

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Veterans honoured in our midst

Veteran Gabi and James Warnett from Bundoora, is a testament to service, community and family. They participated in the RSL Active Melbourne Zoo Family...