News
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New bushfire research
The devastating 2019-20 bushfires inspired Rebecca Ryan to dig deep into Australia’s past to better understand how bushfires have changed over thousands of years. “We…
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New rental laws announced
The state government is changing the law to introduce a new Portable Rental Bond Scheme and help do away with the ‘double bond’ payment phenomenon.…
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Cyber safety internships open
The state government is calling all cyber security graduates looking to kick-start their careers and learn how to help protect Victorians from cyber threats. Expressions…
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Public schools to pay for devices
The state government is removing the requirement for parents to provide digital devices for primary school students. Public primary schools will no longer need to…
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La Trobe recognised
La Trobe University has been recognised for its leadership in sustainability, taking out the Nature Positive category at the 2025 International Green Gown Awards. The…
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New round of sport vouchers announced
The state government has announced a fresh round of $200 vouchers aimed at helping eligible families to cover sporting costs for children. Announced by the…
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Posties go electric
Australia Post is ramping up its national fleet modernisation with the rollout of 500 new electric delivery vehicles. The new three-wheeled Rapide 3 marks a…
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Avalon ready to take off
Melbourne Avalon Airport and its employment precinct are set to play a pivotal role in the future development of Wyndham and Geelong. Jaidyn Kennedy met…
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New trams arrive in Maidstone
The first new G Class tram have arrived a new Maidstone Tram Depot to begin testing. On Friday 17 October, Public and Active Transport Minister…
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Built for the bush, tarted up for town
If you look carefully, you can just make out the Toyota Prado that lurks under the skin of the Lexus GX 550. It’s more evident…
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A Song for the Earth well received
A west-based environmental scientist and author Shannon Jade’s book ‘A Song for the Earth’ seems to be striking a chord with quite a few people.…
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Walk to fund life-changing research into pancreatic cancer
As World Pancreatic Cancer Month approaches this November, Australians are being urged to unite to honour loved ones, support those impacted by pancreatic cancer, and…
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Fuel savings app launched
Motorists can get help finding the cheapest fuel, following the launch of the state government’s Servo Saver. Servo Saver is available the Service Victoria app,…
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Victoria’s assisted dying laws to be updated
Victoria’s voluntary assisted dying (VAD) laws are being updated to make the process clearer and more compassionate for terminally ill Victorians who are living in…
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Singer dreams of global success
Maidstone singer Harlem Calleja will channel his inner Elvis and ask ‘why can’t my dreams come true’ at a global music concert in Bangkok next…
















