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Road safety key focus this year
Following another “devastating year” on the state’s roads in 2024, Victoria Police is reiterating that road safety will remain a key priority area in 2025.…
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Mum urges parents to spot drowning signs
A mum whose toddler almost drowned last summer is urging parents to learn the signs of drowning and know what to do in an emergency.…
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Cardiac arrest survival rate in Victoria triples
New research shows Victorians are more likely to survive a cardiac arrest compared to 20 years ago, thanks to increased bystander intervention. The study, supported…
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In 2025, take some steps to increase your screentime
In most cases, cancers are easiest to treat and control if they are detected early. And that means it’s best to catch them before they…
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2025 rate cap announced
This year’s rate increases will be capped at the forecast Consumer Price Index for 2025-26 of 3 per cent, up from 2.75 per cent in…
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Summer fun at Scienceworks
With school holidays already halfway through, Scienceworks is ensuring there’s no shortage of family fun entertainment in the coming weeks. Summer is looking to be…
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Refugee supported on work journey
Syrian refugee Tarek Dawahra was caught in a dilemma shortly after settling in Lalor. Tarek was keen to study to be able to resume his…
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Committee to help make seniors’ voices heard
Older Victorians will have their voices heard as part of a new advisory committee established by the state government. Minister for Ageing Ingrid Stitt recently…
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Snap up a snapper
Summer equals snapper season and if you or anyone you know comes back from the bay with a haul, here is how you can put…
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Research shows alcohol labels are commonly misunderstood
A study from Cancer Council Victoria found three in four Australian adults misunderstood at least one health-related claim on an alcohol product, incorrectly believing that…
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Top barbecue ideas for summer
As summer sets in across Australia, it is the perfect time to fire up the barbecue and enjoy some of the country’s best grilled dishes.…
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Nuts support a healthy lifestyle in older Australians
Regular consumption of nuts is associated with maintaining a healthy lifespan, new research from a Monash University-led team found. Published in the Journal Age and…













