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Helping youth become job-ready
A social enterprise in Kyneton has been recognised for its work helping young people find workplace opportunities. Last month, The Social Foundry was celebrated at…
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Map places safety in spotlight
A new interactive map has launched across Victoria to help create more inclusive spaces for women and gender diverse people. Launched on April 27, YourGround…
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Push for National Park recognition
A Macedon Ranges landcare group has urged the state government to declare the Wombat Forest a national park. Malmsbury Landcare Group president John Walter said…
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At home in the ranges
Woodend resident Angela Van Dam is one of Australia’s newest citizens. At a citizenship ceremony held at Kyneton Town Hall on April 20, Ms Van…
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No more standing on the sidelines
Sunbury resident Annette Robson will participate in her first running event next week, in memory of her son, who died from testicular cancer. Ms Robson…
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Station upgrade complete
The Carlsruhe Fire Brigade is looking better than ever, with the station officially reopening last week. The Country Fire Authority (CFA) site received $1.1million to…
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Kinder program extended
Macedon Ranges council has reinforced its childcare services. In 2022, Macedon Ranges council will offer five hours a week of funded three-year-old kindergarten at council-managed…
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Pedestrian safety in spotlight
Sunbury’s pedestrian crossings could be made more accessible for people with disabilities, according to a disability support organisation based in Sunbury. Established in 1985, Distinctive…
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My Place: Joseph Chapman
Joseph Chapman is a writer and producer for local performance group, InSync Entertainment. He spoke with Oliver Lees. What is your connection to Sunbury and…
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Basketball’s back in action in Romsey
Basketball is back in Romsey. Following a hiatus of more than 10 years, the Romsey Basketball Association (RBA) has returned, with the popularity of junior…
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Sunbury show of strength
Hundreds of people have taken to the streets of Sunbury to voice their disapproval at the proposed dumping of contaminated soil at a site in…
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Hume looks to crackdown on hoons
Hume council is calling for police to be given greater power to deal with hoon drivers, as it prepares to review its own local laws…













