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Capturing life in lockdown in Thomastown
A new Thomastown Neighbourhood House project is aiming to capture life in lockdown in the suburb.
As part of Neighbourhood House Week, which runs from...
Paws for thought for pets in lockdown
As you get into the routine of living in lockdown, spare a thought for your four-legged friend who might just be struggling with the...
Hume council concern over illegal dumping
The amount of rubbish being illegally dumped at charity bins has soared in the past month, according to Hume councillors.
Councillors are so concerned about...
Coronavirus no roadblock for major projects
COVID-19 might have sent most of Melbourne into lockdown but it’s not stopping work on three major road projects from going ahead.
Major Road Project...
Celebrating mums
Kat Buttigieg is confident this Sunday will be just like any other Mother’s Day, despite the coronavirus crisis.
The mum-of-three is preparing for a relaxing...
Broadmeadows station a priority for the north
Broadmeadows train station should be upgraded and the Bulla bypass built by 2024, according to a new report by northern suburbs councils.
The Northern Councils...
Low number of active coronavirus cases in outer north
There are seven active coronavirus cases across Whittlesea and Hume, new Department of Health and Human Services data shows.
According to the department, the number...
Prespakis sweeps AFLW awards
Sunbury’s Madison Prespakis has capped off an incredible season by claiming the game’s highest individual honour, the AFLW’s Best and Fairest Award.
The 19-year-old,...
Hume council overwhelmed by calls for help
More than 350 businesses have applied for financial support from Hume council to help get them through the COVID-19 pandemic.
The council is offering $1...
x marks the spot for cyclist safety
Whittlesea cyclists are being urged to pinpoint the locations where they feel safe and unsafe on a new online map.
The council has joined the...
Contractor appointed to build Craigieburn station carpark
Construction of a new carpark at Craigieburn station will start later this year after the state government appointed a contractor to the project.
Public Transport...
Rise in COVID-19 cases in Hume
Three new coronavirus cases have been recorded in Hume.
Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) data reveals there are now 40 confirmed cases of...
Mill Park Leisure Centre redevelopment delayed
The reopening of Mill Park Leisure Centre has been pushed back several months by Whittlesea council as a result of COVID-19.
The council had planned...
Kalkallo makes liveability list
Five Whittlesea and Hume suburbs have been named among Melbourne’s top 50 suburbs for affordability and liveability.
The list, compiled by People’s Choice, identifies the...
Food operation pays thanks to frontline workers
A new initiative is striving to help Melbourne’s struggling hospitality businesses stay afloat while also providing meals for hardworking frontline medical staff.
Operation thank you:...
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Country – music to Land Cruiser’s ears
If the new Land Cruiser were any more last century, it would be rolling on solid rubber tyres.
After 40 years or so, the...
