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Mandatory Closure Periods To Interrupt Gambling Harm
People experiencing harm from gambling, including those in the northern suburbs, will be better protected with mandatory closure periods of gaming machine areas in pubs…
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Mental toll of cost of living crisis revealed
The Salvation Army has highlighted the severe mental health toll inflicted by the current cost-of-living crisis on those they assist. According to new research surveying…
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AFLW practice games for free
The AFL is pleased to announce that the upcoming AFLW Practice Matches will be free to attend for all fans. The Practice Matches will run…
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Navigating the hook turn
An RACV poll has found that 44 per cent of Victorian respondents feel hook turns are the most challenging driving practice on Victorian roads. This…
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State government to fund all-electric homes
The state government will fund projects that promote Victorians, including those in the northern suburbs, to switch to all-electric households. On Sunday, July 7, Energy…
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Police road safety warning
Victoria Police is issuing an urgent road safety warning to all motorists following a catastrophic period on the state’s roads. Eight lives have been lost…
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CFA unveils new tanker
The CFA have unveiled its latest truck: the prototype light tanker. Considered a leap forward in firefighting capabilities, the new prototype features improved safety, manoeuvrability…
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Grants to make kindergartens more inclusive and safe
Kindergartens, including those in the northern suburbs, can apply for grants of up to $200,000 to upgrade buildings and playgrounds. The funding is designed to…
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New LGBTQIA+ advisory committee
A new advisory group will now take charge in decision making regarding inclusiveness surrounding LGBTIQA+ Victorians living with disability. Equality Minister Harriet Shing joined JOY…
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Doreen man dies
A 36-year-old Doreen man has died after being stabbed in Thomastown last night. Detectives were called to a Victoria Drive address about 8.40pm on July…
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Helping young people find their climate superpower
A new website is helping to address the anxiousness young people feel about climate changes. Max Westwood talks to one of the project’s creators, Phoebe…
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Council to investigate narrow street parking fines
Hume council will investigate ways to prevent illegal parking, reduce the amount of fines, and provide leniency for those who park on narrow streets. Cr…
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