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Library launches welcome packs for children
Yarra Plenty Regional Library (YPRL) has launched free welcome packs and a prize competition to encourage young readers to join their local library. Every child…
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Residents call for rates cap
Seventeen residents have signed a petition calling on Whittlesea council to consider capping rates at $1400. The petition was noted by council during its 17…
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Business award nominations open
Nominations are open for the annual Whittlesea business awards which recognise innovative, sustainable, diverse and community-driven businesses. The awards aim to support local entrepreneurs, innovators…
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New chapter for festival
Lovers of literature rejoice! The Brimbank Writers and Readers Festival is returning next month for its biggest event to date. Thirty-four events will run over…
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Have your say on reserve upgrades
Whittlesea council is inviting residents to have their say on local park upgrades to shape the future of recreation in the municipality. The council is…
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Olympian to open skate park
Meet an Olympic skateboarder and enjoy live music at the Sounds of Summer skate park event in Donnybrook this Saturday 21 February. Olympian Hayley Wilson…
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Donnybrook community centre opening
Residents are invited to mark a major milestone in Donnybrook’s history with the official opening of the murnong community centre this Saturday 21 February. The…
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Guitar virtuoso to take centre stage
The tiny, yet very mighty, Melbourne Chamber Orchestra is making its way to the west later this month. The orchestra will present its new show…
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Ambulance response times climbing
Ambulance response times have been released for October to December 2025, with response times slightly increasing in the northern suburbs. According to Ambulance Victoria, Hume…
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Experience musical classics live
Experience classic musical songs from The Phantom of the Opera to Cats live in South Morang at the premier Michael Crawford tribute show ‘Phantom’. Keith…
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Community grants flow
A sports playgroup for toddlers, a STEM school holiday program, a community volleyball initiative and a Pasifika community program are among the projects to receive…
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Keeping Hume cool on hot days
Hume councillor Naim Kurt has put heat on keeping community centres doors open on hot days. At the 9 February council meeting, Cr Kurt asked…













