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Victorian fire agencies and regulator urge caution over lithium-ion battery fire risks
Victorian fire services are responding to at least one significant lithium-ion battery-related fire each week and this trend is expected to increase.
Energy Safe Victoria,...
Warning over Laverton North factory fire
Residents across Hobsons Bay, Maribyrnong, Wyndham and Brimbank are being warned to look out for smoke coming from a factory fire in Laverton North.
Firefighters...
Know the cost of DIY
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) is reminding Victorians including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, wanting to undertake renovations around their home to hire...
Get back to basics for boat safety
Safe Transport Victoria is encouraging boaters to get back to basics and stay safe on the water is the message for boaters returning to...
Keep your family safe around pools this summer
Victorians, including those from Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, are being reminded to make sure their swimming pool or spa is safely fenced off with...
RACV encourages Victorian motorists to be mindful of tailgating
RACV is calling on Victorian motorists including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to be aware of how close they’re driving to the vehicle...
Keeping your home safe these holidays
Keeping your home safe while away on holidays is an important issue to keep in mind during the 2023 festive period.
Neighbourhood Watch has some...
Know the five for water safety
Transport Safety Victoria is reminding boaters and paddlers, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to ‘know the five’ when they are planning...
Kidsafe Victoria urges pool and spa owners to take action as summer approaches
With the warmer weather upon us, Kidsafe Victoria has called on pool and spa owners including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to check...
Learn First Aid and save a life this summer
Aussie summers can be harsh, and we know nothing derails summer holiday plans more than an unexpected trip to Emergency. Recognising all the potential...
Outdoor workers exposed to up to 10 times more UV than indoor workers
SunSmart has warned Victorians including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, who are working outdoors they could be exposed to up to 10 times...
Holiday road safety campaign tackles drink driving myths
The state government is reminding Victorians including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to be extra cautious on the roads and not drinking and...
Tips for a top holiday road trip
Before setting off on a road trip, it’s important to be prepared and ready to tackle a long journey.
Here are some of the best...
New safe driving campaign
A new road safety campaign is directly targeting Victorian traffic offenders in an effort to educate drivers on the real cost of risky behaviours,...
Fire chiefs warn of electrical dangers
Victoria’s fire services are calling on households to keep the safety and maintenance of their electrical equipment and appliances top of mind.
Once a house...