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New County Court Chief Judge appointed
Amanda Chambers has been appointed as the new Chief Judge of the County Court of Victoria. Her Honour is the County Court’s first female Chief…
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Workcover premiums on hold
There will be no increase in WorkCover premiums for Victorian businesses in the next financial year. The state government announced on May 27 that the…
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Alarming research shows young drivers most likely to speed
New Transport Accident Commission (TAC) research shows that young Victorian drivers’ acceptance of speeding is double that of all other drivers. The TAC’s latest Community…
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Energy bill help extended
The state government is investing a further $600,000 to expand the Energy Assistance Program to meet increasing demand. The Victorian Budget 2025/26 invests $331.9 million…
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The biggest and most common tax mistake
CPA Australia is urging taxpayers to not rush into lodging their tax returns early, with this being one of the biggest and most common mistakes.…
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RACV says buckle up, as seatbelt fines raise concerns
RACV is urging all Victorians to wear seatbelts every time they are in a vehicle, following alarming new figures that show more than 8,500 drivers…
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Decision to abolish free camping welcomed
Caravan & Residential Parks Victoria (CRPVic) has welcomed the Victorian government’s decision to abolish free camping at Parks Victoria campsites, following a campaign by the…
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Whittlesea says ‘No’ to state levy that hits where it hurts most
Farming families, small business owners and volunteers across Whittlesea are bracing for financial shockwaves– and local leaders aren’t staying quiet. In a strongly-worded rebuke, Whittlesea…
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New-look health directory a lifeline for Melbourne’s growing north
Melbourne’s northern suburbs now have a one-stop resource for navigating local health and well-being support, thanks to a major revamp of the DPV-Northern Health Service…
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Constable charged following internal investigation
A constable from the Northern West Metro Region has been charged following an internal investigation. The 22-year-old man has been charged with common law assault…
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Shining stars of Whittlesea
A celebration of innovation, resilience and community spirit lit up the Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre on Thursday night, as the 2025 Whittlesea Business…
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Whittlesea Bakehouse basks in National glory
The humble sausage roll has never tasted so sweet for Whittlesea Bakehouse, which snagged the title of Australia’s Best Sausage Roll at the SA Baking…













