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Graduate goes back to school

From migrant and mature age student to early childhood educator, the graduation ceremony at Victoria University’s (VU) Footscray campus earlier this month marked quite...

Measles on the rise in Melbourne’s west

Residents in Melbourne’s western suburbs have been urged to check their vaccination status after a rise in measles cases in recent weeks. Health authorities have...

Importance of advocacy

In my first few months as a Hobsons Bay councillor, I have taken great joy in getting out and about in my community. I’ve loved...

By-law changes put to the test

Reducing the number of pets per property, retaining nature strip planting permits, and preventing caravan parking on council land are some of the proposals...

The beginning of a new chapter

Tarneit’s Ciang Ajeic decided it was time to perform his first solo show as a stand-up comedian, and that is the only reason he...

Make a beeline for Putnam County

There’s something special about watching a story unfold on stage — especially when that story is packed with humor, heart and a little friendly...

Dinosaur sleepovers at Melbourne Museum

Get batty, experience the Melbourne museum at night and prepare for all the laughs when the autumn holidays hit Museums Victoria from April 5....

Non-voters have chance to avoid fines

The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) is urging Victorians not to ignore a request for an explanation as to why they didn't vote in last...

Safer workplaces for women

The state government has announced a $5.5 million investment in a new Safe Workplaces for Women Initiative, which it hopes will change culture and...

Urgent call for people to donate blood

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood urgently needs an additional 6000 people to donate blood this week to replenish supplies depleted by ex-Cyclone Alfred. An unprecedented number...

GWW customer care days

Greater Western Water (GWW) is offering more opportunities for customers to access in-person support, with customer care days across its service region and twice-weekly...

Engineered stone safety measures

Stonemasons and construction industries are adapting to the recent ban on engineered stone – with advice and guidance to more than 1,100 operators across...

Victorian emergency volunteers head north

More than 50 volunteers and staff from the Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) and Country Fire Authority (CFA) have gone to Queensland to assist...

NBA coming to Melbourne

Melbourne will host two historic NBA games at Melbourne Park later this year. The New Orleans Pelicans will square off against Melbourne United and the...

Neurodiversity fires creativity behind Matties Minis

Ahead of Neurodiversity Celebration Week , Cade Lucas spoke to South Kingsville artist Matt Mak and partner Lauren Kerr about his recent ADHD diagnosis,...

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Bandroom to host birthday gigs

Yarraville’s Kindred Bandroom turns 19 this month and appropriately for a live music venue, is hosting a run of gigs to celebrate. From Wednesday, April...

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