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New driver distraction road rules announced
The state government has announced new driver distraction road rules.
Roads and Road Safety Minister Melissa Horne announced on Tuesday, 14 February that new driver...
Youth Fest funds available
The state government is supporting a month-long festival to highlight the skills and achievements of young Victorians.
Minister for Youth Natalie Suleyman this week announced...
Bridging the technology gap
Senior citizens would soon be able to access free digital training at their local libraries as part of a new state government program.
Local Government...
Nominations open for sport awards
Recognising and celebrating those who made an outstanding contribution to Victorian sport across all levels during the 2022 calendar year, the Victorian Sport Awards...
Firefighters vow to continue fight for safety
Victoria’s professional firefighters have vowed to continue the fight for the safety of all Victorians at their State Conference on Monday 13 February.
Delegates...
Stroke awards nominations close soon
It’s the final chance to nominate an unsung hero in the 2023 Stroke Awards.
The annual event recognises the incredible individuals in our community who...
BMX track upgrade
A $100,000 upgrade to the BMX track at the Sycamore Recreation Reserve has paved the way for the club to hold state or even...
Hume graffiti crackdown
Hume council will ask Victoria Police to come down harder on graffiti offenders, including on the illegal sale of spray cans to minors.
According...
Hume charities given $5000 limit on free tipping
Hume council has updated its free tipping policy for charities, after it was found one unnamed organisation used the policy to the value of...
Community vigil for Turkey and Syria
A community vigil will be held at the City of Whittlesea Civic Centre in South Morang tonight as the impact of the devastating earthquakes...
Appeal for Good Friday volunteers
The search is on for volunteers to help out with this year's Good Friday Appeal, on Friday, April 7.
The Tullamarine-based Uncle Bobs Club (UBC)...
New gardens play space unveiled
The first stage in a multimillion-dollar project transforming the Whittlesea Public Gardens in Lalor into a recreational space of regional significance has been officially...
Nurses save a life while at dinner
In December 2022, Lloyd Filer attended his work Christmas party at Saluti Restaurant at Pacific Epping, where he suffered a heart attack.
Seated nearby was...
$400 million freight terminal coming to Somerton
Somerton will be home to a $400 million freight terminal by 2025 under a new privately funded plan.
The Intermodal Terminal Company (ITC) which...
The 32nd Annual Craigieburn Art Show
Local artists are gearing up for the 32nd Annual Craigieburn Art Show.
Happening across the first weekend in March the show brings works from the...
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Dietitian’s simple lunchbox advice
Making school lunchboxes is a task loathed by many parents.
Deciding what food to send a child to school with can also be confusing....
