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Melbourne researcher seeks to improve outcomes for kids with leukaemia through physical activity
A Melbourne-based researcher is hoping to improve the future for children with leukaemia, as Cancer Council Victoria calls on supporters to help fund life-changing research.…
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Shortlist announced for Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards 2025
The shortlist for the Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards has been revealed, with an extraordinary line-up of 36 talented Australian writers, playwrights, poets and storytellers who…
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Five year fire data shows a concerning number of offences
Data released by CFA and the Crime Statistics Agency has revealed a concerning number of fire-related offences across Victoria over the past five years. Between…
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Responses sought for autism survey
Autism Awareness Australia (AAA) has launched its first national survey in 10 years, seeking feedback from parents and carers of children and young adults on…
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New VicHealth chief appointed
Globally-renowned health expert Professor Anna Peeters will become the new chief executive of VicHealth. Professor Peeters’ appointment was announced last week following an extensive recruitment…
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Survey finds food advice hard to find
A majority of Australians don’t know who to trust when it comes to nutrition advice a new survey has found. The survey of 2000 Australian…
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New emergency health standards for hospitals
New emergency health standards will be introduced into Victoria’s health system in an effort to deliver faster care, supporting staff in busy emergency departments, and…
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Community Calendar
Dromkeen Art Show Dromkeen Gallery in Riddells Creek is hosting an art show titled The Wonder of Nature from April 12–27. More than 30 recognised…
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New Sunbury kinder
A 118-place kindergarten will be built in Sunbury’s Everley estate. Announced on Thursday, February 13, the state government will fund $4.5 million towards building the…
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Increasing Sunbury food relief
A new community kitchen will open in Sunbury next month, aiming to provide additional food relief and address an “increased need.” An initiative of non-profit…
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Women’s football uncertainty
The playing future of the new Kyneton Women’s Football Club remains up in the air with the club seeking legal advice as it fights to…
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Preparing bodies for birth
Melbourne mum and physio Alex Lopes is arming women with ‘taboo’ knowledge around pregnancy and birth. “It’s not talked about enough,” she said. “Modern science…
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