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Truck driver dies in Newham crash
A truck driver died in a collision in Newham on Tuesday evening. Police said emergency services were called to reports of a collision between a…
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Forest rave crackdown
Ravers may need to watch their back as Victoria’s Conservation Regulator cracks down on illegal forest raves across Victoria, including shutting down one in Wombat…
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New podcast shines light on bushfire recovery
A new podcast focused on how communities recover after major fire events has just been released by a Macedon local. The podcast, titled ‘Democracy After…
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Have your say
Telstra is inviting the Woodend community to have their say on a new mobile phone base station. Telstra has proposed to install a new mobile…
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Sunbury Road closures in February
Sunbury Road is set to close for a number of nights as works progress on the Melbourne Airport’s third runway. Last year, works began on…
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Ranges residents can access fire support
The state and federal governments have joined forces to bring $160 million in additional funding to support those affected by the recent bushfires, including Macedon…
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Theft in Mt Macedon
Police have arrested a Maidstone man following a theft in Mt Macedon. On 25 January, a car was stolen on Douglas Road, Mt Macedon. Police…
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Calling all Hume creatives
Applications for the Hume arts grants program are now open, offering support to local artists and organisations for their creative endeavours. Council said the funding…
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Sunbury’s fight goes to parliament
Sunbury residents will head to parliament’s steps as they continue to fight against the proposed waste-to-energy facility in the town’s outskirts. The facility, proposed at…
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Sport
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Moore joins Burras
Diggers Rest has locked in a reigning league best and fairest winner and leading goalkicker as it aims to return to the top of the…
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Dragons big scalp
It was a drought breaking win for Gisborne in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association women’s A-grade competition. It was a battle between the top…
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Dragons claim one-day title
Gisborne put some patchy form behind it to claim its first Gisborne and District Cricket Association one-day title. The Dragons headed to Woodend on Sunday,…
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Battle of the Roos
There will be bragging rights on the line as the Sunbury Kangaroos cricket and football clubs do battle for a good cause. The two clubs…
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McGann puts on a show
It was vintage Jason McGann on Saturday as the skipper wound back the clock to help guide his side to another win in the Victorian…
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Burras coaching change
Diggers Rest has had a late coaching change ahead of the Riddell District Netball League season. The Burras announced last year that Deepak Patu would…
In Business
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Treat hospitality staff with respect
Summer can be a great time for dining out, but it can be a hetic and difficult time for those working in kitchens and front…
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See a skin cancer doctor for early detection
When SkinGP opened its doors in July last year, it introduced something new to the Macedon Ranges — a purpose-built skin cancer clinic dedicated to…
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Service at the heart of the schoolies alternative
Braemar College’s motto, One Body, Many Parts, speaks to a foundational belief that our community is strengthened by the diverse contributions of individuals working toward…
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Celebrate Christmas at Sunbury Square!
Sunbury Square is spreading festive cheer this Christmas with plenty of activities for people of all ages to enjoy. Whether you’re popping in for groceries,…
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The journey of your 10-cent containers
Ever wondered what happens to your drink cans, bottles and cartons after you return them for a 10-cent refund through Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS…
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Celebrating the Braemar College Class of 2025
Imagine beginning your high school journey in 2020. You’ve just met new friends, joined your first sports team, and are looking forward to your first…
Women’s Health
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Social media eating ills
Women and girls are disproportionately impacted by eating disorders and body dissatisfaction, with social media having disastrous effects say experts. Eating disorders, like anorexia, bulimia,…
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Free period products a bloody good idea
Free period products should be made mandatory at all community sporting facilities to support people who menstruate and play sport, according to new Victoria University…
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Tech neck a growing concern
With over 5.3 million Australians suffering from neck pain, including tension neck syndrome a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) commonly known as ‘tech neck’ or ‘text neck’,…
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Lauren aims for zero deaths
Lauren Philpot, 24, is raising awareness for a cause very close to her heart having lost her mother, Leigh, to breast cancer. A lifelong Maribyrnong…
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Keeping the heart healthy
Australia’s national heart health awareness week Heart Week, May 5–11, is a chance for people to consider their heart health and take steps to reduce…
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How to avoid bones breaking bad
Australia’s rapidly ageing population will have many and varied impacts in the coming years and an increase in cases of osteoporosis is set to be…
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Help for heart kids
Every day in Australia, eight babies are born with a childhood-onset heart disease (CoHD), and this February HeartKids is calling on Australians to help support…
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Slow down around schools
With Victorian students returning to school for Term 1 of 2026, police are reminding motorists to slow down and take extra care around school zones.…
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Ambos support fire-affected wildlife
Ambulance Victoria (AV) staff and volunteers have banded together over the last few weeks to provide emergency care to fire-affected communities across Victoria, with recent…
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Bushfire smoke creates dangerous conditions for people with asthma
Asthma Australia says air pollution from bushfires across Victoria dramatically increases the risk of asthma attacks. Bushfire smoke contains fine particles and other pollutants that…
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Nominations open for the Victorian Honour Roll of Women
In a move to shine a spotlight on the trailblazing women of Victoria, the state government has opened nominations for the 2026 Victorian Honour Roll…
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Write on
Calling all writers, creatives, and storytellers alike. Moorabool is celebrating local storytelling as the Peter Carey Short Story Awards marks 10 years of recognising Moorabool…
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Your voice, your needs: National Parkinson’s survey
People living with Parkinson’s and their families and carers can help shape future medical and allied health care through a national survey. Organisers are keen…
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Spend Valentine’s at Scienceworks
When couples think of romantic locations to spend Valentine’s Day, science museums are generally not very high on their list. But that might be about…
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Sunshine welcomes Lunar New Year
The Sunshine Lunar New Year Festival will return this year as a vibrant, free multicultural community celebration in the heart of Sunshine. The festival, presented…
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Youth Fest grants available
Applications are open now for grants to host Youth Fest activities. Youth Minister Natalie Suleyman announced $220,000 in funding to support the delivery of more…