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Director faults firefighters over toxic recycling blaze
Firefighters failed to completely extinguish two blazes at a recycling plant before a third spread toxic fumes and forced residents to evacuate, the waste company’s…
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Firefighters contain Coolaroo factory blaze
Firefighters battled a fierce factory blaze in Coolaroo on Tuesday morning, bringing the fire under control within an hour despite structural damage to the building.…
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Non-voters have chance to avoid fines
The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) is urging Victorians not to ignore a request for an explanation as to why they appear to have not voted…
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Free, dedicated care at new aboriginal women’s health clinic
A new Aboriginal women’s health clinic will open in the north this year, providing free and culturally safe care for women across the city. First…
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Mitch Tambo to headline city of Whittlesea community festival
Strap yourself in for an unforgettable day of music, culture and family fun as the City of Whittlesea Community Festival returns on Sunday, 16 March.…
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Student Anzac competition
A dozen Victorian students have the opportunity to embark on a fully funded 11-day study tour to Gallipoli, Türkiye, where they will retrace the footsteps…
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New retail crime prevention campaign
Crime Stoppers and Victoria Police are launching a new campaign calling on information from the community to help prevent and disrupt retail theft offending. The…
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2025 Community Heritage Grants applications now open
Applications are now open for the 2025 Community Heritage Grants (CHG) program. The CHG program offers cash grants of up to $20,000 to community organisations…
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Campfire warning ahead of long weekend
Victoria’s fire and land management agencies are urging campers and holidaymakers to prioritise campfire safety ahead of the upcoming long weekend. Since July 1, 2024,…
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One-man show explores identity
Ras-Samuel’s move from Ethiopia to Australia as a nine-year old was underscored by abuse, homelessness, and crime — he is now portraying his immigration story…
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Country music comes to Maribyrnong
Country music will come to the banks of the Maribyrnong on Sunday, March 30 when Summer Sounds on the River takes place. Held on the…
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Ballan Festival set to be the biggest
Kicking off the colder weather and the beauty of fallen leaves will be the annual Ballan Autumn Festival, set for Sunday, March 16. The much-loved…
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