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Festival returns with an ace

Get your tennis racquets ready as the Festival of Tennis returns to the Hume Tennis and Community Centre. First run in 2015, the festival hasn’t...

VEC retires candidates

Two Hume council candidate has been disqualified from running in the upcoming local election by the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC). Anand Sharma, who was standing...

Community calendar

Youth Take Over Young people will takeover Mill Park library on Friday, November 8 for the Youth Take Over. Enjoy a night of music, games,...

Dumped rubbish a ‘hazard’

A growing pile of rubbish in Greenvale is drawing the ire of local residents. Over the past few months, rubbish including construction materials, household waste,...

Running for a cure

Over 11 days in November, Wollert father Steve Trowbridge will run 700 kilometres from Adelaide to Melbourne to raise money for a cause close...

Overdose deaths persist

More medically supervised injecting rooms are needed across Melbourne, advocates say, as figures reveal overdose deaths remain at near-record highs. Hume recorded 13 overdose deaths...

Family violence through a child’s eyes

A new documentary from western suburbs husband and wife team, Vincent Lamberti and Lisa Albert, is striving to shed light on the impact of...

Broncos sign MVP

The Hume City Broncos have landed the best player in the Big V championship division for next year's season. The Broncos announced that Kavione Green...

Fitzgerald joins Laurimar

Laurimar has pulled off one of the biggest moves in the Northern Football League off-season so far, signing Patrick Fitzgerald. Fitzgerald has been one of...

Kangaroos start with a loss

It was a tough start to the Victorian Premier Cricket season for the Greenvale Kangaroos on Saturday. Rain played havoc across the competition with just...

Wet weather marrs start to summer seasons

The weather gods weren't on the side of cricketers, baseballers and lawn bowlers as many seasons kicked off on Saturday. While many were cancelled...

Gaylor a rising star

The debut season of former Calder Cannon Amy Gaylor is going strength to strength with the Essendon defender nominated for an AFLW rising star....

Kookas avoid rain and open with a win

Rivergum was one of the rare winners in the opening round of the Diamond Valley Cricket Association. As rain fell on Saturday afternoon most...

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,...

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...

From trauma to triumph: The journey through birth trauma

Thirteen years ago, Leanne Murphy’s life was irrevocably changed by a traumatic birth experience that left her battling with severe physical, emotional, and financial...

Centering childbirth coping strategies back to women

A La Trobe University study is hoping to challenge traditional categorisations of coping strategies in a bid to promote autonomy and create empowering childbirth...

Lalor woman charged

A Lalor woman is one of four people charged as part of an investigation into allegedly attempting to pervert the course of justice following...

Celebrating local history

Ever wanted to know more about the area you live in or your family background? Now might be the time to find out that information...

Partnership to promote life-saving CPR and AED awareness

Northern Health and Pacific Epping are supporting the global life-saving initiative Restart a Heart Day and Ambulance Victoria’s Shocktober campaign. This month a restart a...

Fleetwood Drive finally re-opens

Motorists will find it easier to navigate their way through Greenvale, with Fleetwood Drive finally re-opening. Fleetwood Drive was closed at Somerton Road to enable...

Paramedics urged asthma plan update

With spring in full swing and warmer weather expected soon, paramedics are reminding asthma sufferers to update their action plans to stay safe. Asthma can...

More than 80 arrested in first year of Taskforce Lunar

More than 80 arrests and 200 search warrants have been executed in the first 12 months of Taskforce Lunar. Established in October 2023, Taskforce Lunar...

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Running for a cure

Over 11 days in November, Wollert father Steve Trowbridge will run 700 kilometres from Adelaide to Melbourne to raise money for a cause close...