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Emergency service members to donate blood

As if they don't do enough to save lives, Melton’s emergency services workers are now rolling up their sleeves to donate blood. Melton police senior constable...

Breast checks essential says cancer survivor

Marlene Caton was sitting on the floor wrapping Christmas presents 26 years ago when she decided to lie flat on the ground and check...

Immunisation inroads

A Thomastown early-learning centre for Aboriginal children and families is turning around low immunisation rates and helping others get the message, too. About six weeks...

No greater gift

Anita Miler’s mother and four friends have all offered to donate a kidney to her. But because of the would-be donors' age or blood...

It’s a big issue. Period

Every time Natasa Jesic goes to the supermarket, she puts a pack of tampons in her trolley. Since signing up her Mill Park home this...

Council thwarts hospital’s expansion plans

Northpark Private Hospital’s plan to build a new emergency department has been thwarted. Whittlesea councillors ignored a senior planner’s recommendation and knocked back the hospital’s...

Footy club tackles booze and drugs

Tullamarine Football Club wants to be on the front foot when it comes to alcohol and substance abuse. Vice-president Andrew Fischer has organised a drug...

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Movember returns for another year

Movember is officially back for another year, with men across Australia getting involved. Since 2003, Movember has become a symbol of solidarity and support for...