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Pedestrian killed
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision in Brooklyn that took place early morning Saturday 22 November. It is understood a car struck…
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Work begins on Workshop Jetty
Remediation work on the historic Workshop Jetty in Williamstown has finally begun, four years after it was closed to the public. In late 2021, the…
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Stories of migration
A group of 11 migrant women living in Melbourne’s west have celebrated the completion of a creative community storytelling project that will be made into…
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Help shape Avalon’s future
The state government is seeking community feedback on its 10-year strategy to develop Avalon Airport and its employment precinct. Consultation is now open on the…
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Harder laws against underquoting coming
The state government is introducing new laws to curb the practise of underquoting in house sales. The laws will be introduced next year requiring real…
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Monash study identifies safest cars
Australians can now access the 2025 Used Car Safety Ratings, providing the latest independent insights to help consumers choose the safest second-hand cars on the…
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Voluntary Assisted Dying changes ‘fairer’ and ‘more compassionate’
Amendments to the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2017 officially passed state parliament on 18 November – bringing Victoria’s laws in line with some other states…
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New knife crime laws as record number taken off streets
Violent offenders using knives may be locked up for longer as a record amount of machetes and other blades are seized, mainly from criminals and…
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Local’s message to young men
A Sunshine youth advocate is helping young Victorian men challenge stereotypes and embrace healthier expressions of masculinity. Mawout Muo is one of the faces of…
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Cat Protection Society of Victoria appeals for the gift of nine lives this Christmas
This Christmas, the Cat Protection Society of Victoria (CPSV) is calling on Victorians to help give the gift of life to cats in need through…
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Pill testing expanded
Mobile pill testing is coming to music festivals across Victoria. Mental Health Minister Ingrid Stitt announced pill testing will be available at a range of…
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Departing international students given cyber crime warning
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is warning departing international students to not sell their bank accounts and ID to criminals looking to scam and launder…
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Fashion festival turns 30
The Melbourne Fashion Festival will celebrate its 30th anniversary when it takes place early next year. Beginning in 1996, the festival is now Australia’s largest…
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Fuel price caps coming
Victorian motorists will be given clearer notice of fuel price changes, with a daily fuel price cap to be introduced. The price cap is part…
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New National Children’s Commissioner commences term
Australia’s new National Children’s Commissioner, Deb Tsorbaris, said the nation must seize the opportunity to deliver real change for children and families, as she began…
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