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’Folklore’ bypass pledge welcomed
Sunbury Resident Association (SRA) has welcomed the state Coalition’s pledge to build a Bulla Bypass if elected in November. The state Liberals and Nationals have…
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Consumer prices on the rise
The Consumer Price Index [CPI] increased by 1.8 per cent in the September 2022 quarter and 7.3 per cent annually, according to the latest data…
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Commitment to increase Victorian Homebuyer Fund
The state government has committed to add $1.1 billion to the Victorian Homebuyer Fund. In a statement, the government said the new funding will add…
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Toyota C-HR GR Sport is a real head-turner.
The Toyota C-HR is a compact SUV that arrived here in 2016 when it filled the gap left by the RAV4 as that long-serving and…
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New conservation program for threatened species
Victoria’s threatened species will have a better chance to thrive through the Nature Fund, a new state government conservation program. Environment and Climate Action minister…
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More support for flood-affected businesses available
The state and federal governments have announced a joint $877 million Recovery Support package supporting flood affected businesses, farmers, and not-for-profits to rebuild and return…
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Travellers urged to vote early
The Victorian Electoral Commission is encouraging Hume and Whittlesea residents who will be interstate or overseas on election day, Saturday November 26, to check which…
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Parents and caregivers advised to keep children safe around water
Life Saving Victoria [LSV] and Kidsafe Victoria are joining forces to call Whittlesea and Hume parents and caregivers to keep a close eye on children,…
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Call to increase rates rebate
As the cost of living continues to soar, Hume council will advocate to the state government to increase the rates rebate to pensioners and veterans.…
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Liberals pledge new hospital for Mernda
A sister campus to the Northern Hospital will be built in Mernda should the Liberal and National parties win the November 26 state election. Liberal…
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PET scanner pledged for Northern Hospital
Northern Hospital will received a new Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanner if Labor is re-elected at this month’s state election. PET scans are imaging tests…
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Appeal for information following Lalor carjacking
Police are appealing for information following an aggravated carjacking in Lalor on Tuesday, November 1. Police have been told two men in a Nissan X-Trail…













