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Truck ban planned for rural roads
A truck ban across four Hume roads has been backed by an overwhelming majority of residents. At Monday’s June 23 council meeting, Hume council voted…
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Gas hot water to be phased out
Under new state government rules, from 1 March 2027 when a gas hot water system reaches the end of its life, it must be replaced…
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Council backs $4 billion plan
A 10-year plan to manage and maintain more than $4 billion worth of community assets has been formally adopted by Whittlesea council. Endorsed at the…
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Craigieburn woman wanted over court no-show
Police are seeking public assistance to help locate missing Craigieburn woman Hayley Terei, who is wanted on a warrant for failing to appear in court.…
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Creek of the future
A vision to transform Edgars Creek into a thriving, green corridor that supports biodiversity, community connection and active lifestyles is now on the table, and…
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Epping Road upgrade hits major turning point
Southbound traffic is now flowing freely along the full length of the upgraded Epping Road, marking a major milestone in one of Melbourne’s most significant…
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How to stay healthy this winter
You don’t seem to hear all that much about COVID-19 these days, but that doesn’t mean it’s yesterday’s problem. Indeed, early in June Victoria’s Chief…
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Making residents’ voices heard
A grassroots movement aimed at elevating resident voices across Whittlesea is gaining momentum, with local group Better Deal Whittlesea (BDW) setting its sights on civic…
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Whittlesea’s vision for the future
Whittlesea’s community blueprint, Whittlesea 2040: A place for all – has been reaffirmed, with locals again backing a vision that places inclusion, opportunity and belonging…
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New watchdog in building industry reforms
Victoria could have a new watchdog overseeing builders and plumbers if legislation introduced by the state government this week, becomes law. The bill to reform…
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Posting and boasting crackdown
Criminals who share their disturbing crimes on social media will face extra jail time under new legislation introduced by the state government. The Crimes Amendment…
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Treaty negotiations continue
The state government and the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria have been holding regional meetings to continue negotiations for Victoria’s first statewide Treaty. Premier Jacinta…
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