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Council plan to boost social housing
Hume council will explore how to boost local social housing by working with housing providers and the state and federal governments to develop projects on…
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Powering the Lancefield community
Lancefield will soon benefit from a new community battery. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas announced Lancefield Neighbourhood House as the site of one of the new…
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Benetas land to be rezoned
A retirement village will be built on land in Gisborne originally zoned for hospital use after Macedon Ranges councillors voted to amend the shire’s planning…
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Keep Hume clean
The next Hume Clean Day is coming up. Held quarterly on the first weekend of March, June, September and December, Hume residents and residential ratepayers…
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Ranges’ clubs benefit
Six sporting clubs in the Macedon Ranges are benefitting from the latest round of grants. Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas announced the clubs who will share…
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Shopping help for heart health
The Heart Foundation and the nutrition platform No Money No Time have launched a new partnership to help residents in the northern and western suburbs…
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Major works to cause delays
Major infrastructure projects will cause significant travel disruptions across Melbourne’s northern and western suburbs throughout the autumn months as construction enters key phases on several…
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Footscray folk farewell
Luminaries of Melbourne’s folk music scene will be farewelled at ‘Footscray Folk: A Singout!’ on Saturday 7 March. The concert at Bluestone Hall at Borderlands…
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EPA puts brands on notice over packaging waste
Environmental Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) has lost patience with companies that fail to show how they are reducing packaging waste, warning they risk significant penalties…
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Sport
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Rupo’s fate in own hands
Rupertswood’s finals hopes are in its own hands after results fell its way in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association McIntyre Cup. Rupo moved into…
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Sunbury’s title joy
Club Sunbury finally got a long awaited Bowls Victoria weekend pennant, division 1, section 1 premiership and then claimed promotion the following day. Having made…
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Cannons boys squad released
The Calder Cannons have released their under-18 boys squad for the Talent League season. Players from 20 clubs have been named in the Cannons with…
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Sanders returns to Jets
One of the Sunbury Jets greatest ever players will be back on at Boardman Stadium this Big V men’s championship season. After some late changes…
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Masters looking for players
Want to play football, but think you’re too old to play in the regular competition? The Sunbury Masters Football Club might be the answer for…
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Sports shorts
Ballarat FL The Sunbury Lions have signed Lewis Tudor ahead of the Ballarat Football League season.. Tudor, who was named as one of the Lakers…
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…
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AI imaginary friends no substitute for human connection
Loneliness and social isolation are now recognised as major public health threats, prompting governments to explore technological solutions. Research from Monash University argues new AI…
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Sporting club grants up for grabs
Local sporting clubs across Victoria are encouraged to apply for a fresh round of funding grants launched by the state government. On Wednesday, Community Sport…
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Step into the dark
A different way of being entertained is coming to Werribee in March with Transmission – into the dark. The sell-out hit of Melbourne and Adelaide…
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Sporting opportunities for young inmates
The Victorian Government has announced an expansion of the Twinning Project to the Ripley Unit at Marngoneet Prison. This initiative, which focuses on young men…
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New anti-gang movement
The Victorian Government has announced a $1 million investment into a new anti-gang program aimed at preventing the recruitment of young people into criminal networks.…
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Community art promotes inclusion
A vibrant collection of artwork by local residents, including people living with disability, seniors, those experiencing mental health challenges, and members of Culturally and Linguistically…
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Experience musical classics live
Experience classic musical songs from The Phantom of the Opera to Cats live in South Morang at the premier Michael Crawford tribute show ‘Phantom’. Keith…
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Speeds reduced in Ranges towns
Speed limit changes are coming to Macedon Ranges town centres. Following consultation with the community, Macedon Ranges council said it has received formal approval from…
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My Place
Theresa Micallef has been the first face to greet visitors at hospitals across Hume for over 40 years. She spoke to Courtney Black about her…
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Funding found
Funding has been found for works at the Mount Macedon Memorial Cross. The Mount Macedon Memorial Cross Committee of Management said the group has been…