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Kinder upgrades on the cards
Three Whittlesea kindergartens will received major upgrades following a $13 million grant from the state government. The funding, which will be added to money from…
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Wollert intersection to close
A key Wollert intersection will be closed until April as part of works to upgrade Epping Road. De Rossi Boulevard will be closed at Epping…
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Missing man’s remains found after murder charges laid
The remains of a man missing for almost a year have been found in Wildwood, months after a trio was charged in relation to his…
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Taste of the tropics, the hottest fruit trends for 2025
Move over mangoes, it’s time to go beyond bananas. Traders at Melbourne’s wholesale fruit and vegetable market have revealed the hottest trends in produce for…
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Urgent call for blood donors
Lifeblood has issued an urgent call for blood donors this week after a record number of planned blood donations were cancelled in the first week…
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Extra trams for tennis
Tennis fans heading to Melbourne Park for the upcoming Australian Open will have the journey made easier thanks to free travel and extra public transport…
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New year scam warning
NAB has identified AI-driven scams and new evolutions of cryptocurrency investment scams as key trends to watch out for in 2025. The bank has released…
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Cyber blackout warning
Australians are being warned of the risks of cyber blackouts this summer as extreme heat threatens the nation’s power grid. Data from insights agency Gartner…
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A cry for understanding
Behind the vibrant and resilient spirits of African communities, a hidden epidemic of trauma has taken its toll. Today a courageous young voice is seeking…
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Free activities this summer
The state government has announced a series of free family events across Victoria this summer, offering wildlife interactions, gallery exhibitions, and outdoor experiences. Entry to…
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Avoid suntanning this summer
Cancer Council is reminding Australians to avoid suntanning and poor sun protection behaviours. This January marks the 10th anniversary since an Australia-wide ban of commercial…
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Can ewe believe it?
There has been a ‘baad’ spate of animal escapes in Hume this month, with the council’s city laws team collecting and impounding 35 sheep in…
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