Tag: News
A year of returning
The first anniversary of the introduction of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) has coincided with a huge milestone for the project.
The program began on...
Movember returns for another year
Movember is officially back for another year, with men across the country getting involved.
Since 2003, Movember has become a symbol of solidarity and support...
Community Calendar
Country and Western Night
The Rotary Club of Sunbury is hosting its annual country and western night from 6.30pm on Saturday, November 16 at Memorial...
Safe trading sites expanded
Special zones where buyers and sellers can exchange items purchased online have been established outside 35 24-hour police stations across Victoria, including in the...
Gears shift on cannabis driving
Victorians prescribed medicinal cannabis will soon be able to drive without fear of mandatory loss of licence if unimpaired behind the wheel.
On October 31,...
Survivors at the core
Western suburbs creatives Bill Marshall and Patricia Stewart share stories of abuse, mental health battles and resilience through their podcast series, Billy and PS...
Free vaccine for mosquito season
Macedon Ranges residents are now eligible for a free Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) vaccination in time for the fast-approaching mosquito season.
Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas...
Diggers Rest armed robbery witness appeal
Victoria Police is asking for public assistance after a supermarket was robbed in Diggers Rest last month.
Police believe an unknown offender armed with a...
Netballers pass 50 years
The Sunbury Netball Association is celebrating its 50th anniversary this month, marking a long history on and off the court.
A celebratory afternoon is set...
Gardening glory on display
Set on nine acres in Tylden, Verdicus garden is a stunning display of horticulture and landscape design and will be open to the public...
November in the west
Melbourne’s west will come alive this November, with a packed calendar of festivals, live music, and community events.
From First Nations indie rock to vibrant...
Volunteering efforts recognised
A Macedon Ranges resident received a Victorian Senior of the Year Award for his dedication to community service and education within the community.
Kyneton resident...
Building change for Lacey
A Macedon family is raising money to build a comfortable and accessible home for their daughter.
Lacey Duffield has Vulto-van Silfhout-de Vries syndrome – a...
It’s a wonderful life in St Albans
Local community theatre group Powderkeg Players is gearing up for a re-telling of the classic Christmas story “It’s a Wonderful Life” in St Albans...
State announces new rental dispute resolution service
The state announced a new free service that aims to give renters an easier way to resolve landlord disputes.
Consumer Affairs Minister Gabrielle Williams visited...
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Funding gives kids strong start
More children from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds will receive support to access and attend kindergarten across 25 councils including Hume.
Children Minister Lizzie...
