Seddon man dies after CBD assault
A Seddon man who died in hospital following an assault in the Melbourne CBD last week, has been remembered as vibrant and courageous and...
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...
Gluten-free accreditation, worry-free dining
The inner-west’s growing restaurant scene now has another point of difference with Maribyrnong council recently becoming the first municipality in Australia to have its...
Grants to support early childhood teachers
Ensuring early childhood teachers and educators to have long and rewarding careers in the sector is the aim of a new funding program from...
Caravan security tips after a rise in thefts
RACV and Neighbourhood Watch Victoria are reminding caravan owners, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to keep their vans secure, with caravan thefts...
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 has found...
Keeping kids safe online
The state government is launching community consultation on age limits for social media, with the findings set to shape a new social media education...
State announces new eating disorders strategy
The state government has announced its new eating disorders strategy, which aims to address the rise of a range of eating disorders across Victoria.
According...
Applications open for sport vouchers
The state government has announced the next round of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program, with $200 sport vouchers on offer for eligible families.
On...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Omni operation finds only one offender
Victoria Police seized one weapon during a highly visible operation at Highpoint shopping centre last week.
The operation on Thursday, October 3, was conducted as...
Yarraville death suspicious
The death of a man in Yarraville on Wednesday night has been referred to the Homicide Squad.
Emergency services were called to a property on...
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Youth award named after Les Twentyman
Maribyrnong council’s Youth Leadership Award has been renamed in honour of the late Les Twentyman in recognition of his lifelong advocacy for Victoria's most...
