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Coghlan headlines Hume carols

Carols by Candlelight is returning to Craigieburn’s Anzac Park, bringing a sleighful of exciting special guests including celebrity MC Gorghi Coghlan. Set for Saturday, December...

Spectacular sounds of Christmas

Town Hall Broadmeadows will be filled with festive magic as the Hume Orchestra presents its annual Christmas Concert. From trumpets and cellos to magnificent choral...

Heavy horses for courses

The National Clydesdale and Heavy Horse Festival is returning to Werribee South on January 18-19. More than your typical equestrian escapade, the public will be...

Sunbury’s Jarrod Bell elected Mayor

The youngest of this term’s councillors, Sunbury’s Jarrod Bell was elected as Hume mayor for a one-year term along with previous mayor Naim Kurt...

Deck the halls with these Christmas tree trends for 2024

Christmas tree trends for 2024 reflect a mix of sustainability, personalisation, and modern aesthetics, offering something for everyone. Here’s a breakdown of some key...

Upgraded ambulance branch unveiled

Trentham's ambulance branch has received an upgrade, providing paramedics with improved infrastructure and capabilities. Ambulance Services Minister Mary-Anne Thomas visited at Station Street site on...

West Gate traffic delays

Drivers in the western suburbs are expected to face delays of up to 30 minutes across the next three weeks, as capacity and safety...

Around the grounds in Sunbury and the Macedon Ranges

AFLW Sunbury’s Abbey McDonald has been delisted by Geelong following the AFLW season. McDonald played eight AFLW games for the Cats, including four this season....

eXtreme finish fifth

Melbourne eXtreme suffered heartbreak in the finals in the Bowls Premier League last week. Aiming for its second grand final in the 20th edition of...

Sunbury United’s top order sets platform

Sunbury United have again set a strong target but will need its bowlers to step up in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association McIntyre...

Lancefield Gift’s winning return

It was a successful return for the Lancefield Gift on Saturday. Having not been run since 1965, the gift attracted some of the best runners...

Roar’s big fightback

Sunbury pulled off a rare reverse outright win in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association Steve McNamara Shield on Saturday. It was a day of mixed...

Stergiou’s stunning return to the soccer field

Sylvia Stergiou wasn’t sure how her return to the soccer pitch would go this year. Having not played for a number of years, Stergiou...

Inspiring students to help shape the future

In an ever-evolving world, education serves as the cornerstone of our future, preparing students not only for academic success but for a life filled...

$100 million refunded back to the community in CDS’s first year

Victorians have saved one billion drink containers from landfill in the first 12 months of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). That’s $100 million...

End the anxiety: there are other ways to access any university pathway

As Victorian students brace themselves for the stress and scrutiny of VCE exams, a familiar ritual plays out: teachers teaching explicitly to the examiners'...

Training for those who work with older LGBTIQA+ people

Those working with older people are invited to take part in some free LGBTIQA+ awareness training next month. The two-hour introductory training, delivered by...

Experience resort-style of living every day in your retirement

Discover a peaceful, social, and secure lifestyle amidst resort-style amenities at Bellbrook Gardens Country Club – a highly sought-after community for individuals and couples...

Celebrating children’s achievements and potential

Young people have a far greater capacity than we give them credit for. At just 13, Shiloh has been a driving force behind the establishment...

Tips for stress management

Stress management is crucial for maintaining overall well-being and coping effectively with life's challenges. Stress, while a natural response to demanding situations, can become...

From trauma to triumph: The journey through birth trauma

Thirteen years ago, Leanne Murphy’s life was irrevocably changed by a traumatic birth experience that left her battling with severe physical, emotional, and financial...

Supporting women through birth trauma

In the halls of the Royal Women's Hospital, a specialist team of seasoned midwives stands out for its unique initiative in supporting women who...

Centering childbirth coping strategies back to women

A La Trobe University study is hoping to challenge traditional categorisations of coping strategies in a bid to promote autonomy and create empowering childbirth...

Traumatic toilet birth

Lauren Green’s son made an unconventional entrance to the world – into a toilet. Lauren can see the funny side seven years on, but the...

Women’s health hubs boost access to care

Women in Melbourne's north-west will have improved access to sexual and reproductive health, following the announcement of four healthcare hubs in the region. The...

Resident raises drain concerns

A Sunbury resident is concerned about leaf litter and rubbish in drains and obstructing culverts on Racecourse Road, which he said is a bushfire...

Festive joy in Sunbury

Christmas bells will ring in Sunbury this December with the return of the Rupertswood Carols. After a rained out event last year, the Combined...

Doors open for safe space

The Macedon Ranges Suicide Prevention Action Group (MRSPAG) is opening its new Community-Led Safe Space this month, which aims to provide mental health support...

Sunbury parkrun’s 300th dash

Sunbury parkrun celebrated its 300th run, celebrating seven years of the weekly social exercise event. Marking the occasion on Saturday, November 9, Sunbury parkrun founder...

Celebrating cool climate wine

Involving more than 20 winemakers across 15 locations, BudBurst festival returned for another year of celebrating Macedon Ranges as a unique wine region. Hosted by...

Paramedic practitioner bill introduced

Paramedic practitioners are one step closer to becoming a reality in Victoria with the state government introducing a bill into parliament to enshrine the...

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Around the grounds in Sunbury and the Macedon Ranges

AFLW Sunbury’s Abbey McDonald has been delisted by Geelong following the AFLW season. McDonald played eight AFLW games for the Cats, including four this season....