News
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Crackdown on underquoting in real estate
The state government has announced an updated set of guidelines on the illegal practise of underquoting a home’s likely sale price. On 6 November, consumer…
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Police go the distance for Operation Furlong
More than 6,600 offences were detected by Victoria Police during Operation Furlong over the Melbourne Cup long weekend. The statewide road policing operation took place…
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Free Saturdays and Sundays for seniors next year
Elderly Victorians can look forward to free weekend public transport in the new year. From 1 January 2026, seniors concession myki card holders will be…
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Rolls Royce to power Victoria’s defence industry
The state government has signed a deal with Rolls Royce to support Victoria’s defence industry. On Tuesday, 4 November, Industry and Advanced Manufacturing Minister Colin…
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Businesses take a bow
Hume’s business community has celebrated its night of nights, with council inviting innovators, entrepreneurs, and visionaries to mark a year of business success on Thursday…
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Bird deaths spark outcry
A distressing wildlife incident has sparked concern among Craigieburn locals after several native birds drowned in an overflow drain along Aitken Creek in recent weeks.…
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Crosses for those who sacrificed
The Epping RSL has been busy preparing a moving tribute to honour Australians who served and sacrificed in wars and conflicts across generations. In the…
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Community Calendar
Lalor Men’s Shed Open Day Join the Lalor and District Men’s Shed for its open day on Saturday 29 November, between 10am-3pm. Take a glance…
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Aged care concern
More than 100 Whittlesea residents have voiced their opposition to a proposed three-storey aged care development, claiming the project is “not in the right location.”…
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Three charged following Broadmeadows affray
Three men have been charged following an alleged affray and stabbing in Broadmeadows last month. Emergency services were called to Central Grove, Broadmeadows, after a…
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Hume hosts emergency exercise
Hume is set to host this year’s annual Emergency Relief Centre Exercise as it joins 14 north-west councils, representing over 2.4 million residents, for the…
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Supporting play
The Hume Men’s Shed in Craigieburn is bringing creativity and community spirit together, selling handmade mud kitchens and sinks designed to enhance outdoor and sensory…













