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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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Emergency commissioner appointed
The state government has appointed Tim Wiebusch ESM as Victoria’s Emergency Management Commissioner. Mr Wiebusch, who is currently Acting Emergency Management Commissioner and has more…
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Protecting buyers from dodgy car sales
Consumer Affairs Victoria is pursuing legal action to protect consumers from car sellers who break the law. It’s currently targeting licensed and unlicensed sellers whose…
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New service to resolve rental disputes
Rental Dispute Resolution Victoria (RDRV) will go live on Monday, June 23. According to the state government, RDRV will help renters and rental providers settle…
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Next cybersecurity experts set to graduate
The second cohort of interns in a statewide cyber internship program are about to graduate as part of efforts to increase Victoria’s cyber security. Provided…
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