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Joan’s life has been child’s play
Ninety year old Altona author Joan Healey is proof that age is just a number, publishing her first book on the 50th anniversary of the…
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SunFest 2025 dates announced
The official dates and a new committee for SunFest 2025 were announced this month, with a weekend of rides, food, and local entertainment set for…
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Bee aware this swarming season
A Macedon Ranges beekeeper is calling for increased communication between keepers and the wider public, in an effort to protect the environment and prevent the…
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Student book launch
Sunbury Heights Primary School students became authors last Friday as they launched their own book as part of a writing workshop program. Hosted as the…
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Voting cards have been posted
Voters should check the mail for their council election ballot packs. Electoral commissioner Sven Bluemmel encouraged people to vote as early as possible. “This election…
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Fare free week for veterans
Veterans across Victoria will have access to free public transport during Veterans’ Health Week from October 13 to 20. On Tuesday, Victorian Veterans Minister Natalie…
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Red Cross to drive clothing donations
On Saturday, October 19 the Red Cross will be teaming with Uber for a nationwide clothing drive. Held in all major cities, Red Cross x…
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Dispose don’t dump: EPA
With the seasons changing, wardrobes are changing too, leading EPA Victoria to warn that charity collection bins are not dumping grounds. “As we’re coming into…
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Australia slides in university rankings
Australia’s top five universities have slid down the rankings in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025, released on Wednesday. Out of Australia’s 17…
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Keeping kids safe online
The state government is launching public consultation on age limits for social media, with the findings set to shape a new social media education program…
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Play can help mental health
Watching your children frolic through a playground is one of the many joys of being a parent or grandparent, but new research shows that engaging…
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Caravan security tips after a rise in thefts
RACV and Neighbourhood Watch Victoria are reminding caravan owners to keep their vans secure, with caravan thefts or attempted thefts reaching the highest level in…
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