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Childcare quality control call
Fearful parents are calling for a backflip on privatisation plans for Bulldogs Community Children’s Centre. But the Western Bulldogs Football Club is “not currently satisfied”…
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Connection concerns for new veloway
While the West Gate Tunnel veloway is expected to open by the end of this year, a western suburbs cycling campaigner is warning bike riders…
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Fire escape plan reminder
Victoria’s fire services are encouraging families to practise their home fire escape plans during the school holidays. Fires can take hold at any time, and…
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Lions fans to roar Into Melbourne
The roar of 40,000 British & Irish Lions fans is coming to Melbourne later this month, with interactive live sites and free and family-friendly events…
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Busy winter
It has been another busy year here in Hobsons Bay, and the last few weeks have been no exception. I recently wrote to the Victorian…
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Footscray Rotary welcomes new president
The Rotary Club of Footscray has entered a new era, with Elizabeth Drozd OAM taking over as president. Ms Drozd was named the club’s 88th…
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Play centre climbing wall warning
WorkSafe Victoria has put play centres on notice ahead of the school holidays with a renewed focus on climbing wall safety. Since March 2022, WorkSafe…
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Homebuyer fund extended
The state government is extending the Victorian Homebuyer Fund. Since it was launched in October 2021, the fund has helped more than 15,400 Victorians buy…
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Kitchen-related house fire safety warning
With more than 900 kitchen-related house fires recorded across Victoria in less than 12 months, the state’s fire services are delivering safety warnings during National…
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Funding announced for childhood cancer research
Two Victorian cancer researchers will share in $2.1 million in funding to develop new treatments for the children’s cancers, including brain, bone and soft tissue…
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Wrexham v Victory V/Line
V/Line are running special services for the Melbourne Victory v Wrexham AFC match at Marvel Stadium on Friday July 11 at 7.30pm. Before the game…
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Airport ready for winter holiday takeoff
School holiday traveller numbers are set to soar, with Melbourne Airport preparing to welcome almost two million passengers during the two-week break as Victorians chase…
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Should you use AI to calculate your tax return?
As tax time rolls around, many Australians are asking themselves whether artificial intelligence (AI) can help them get their tax returns done faster and cheaper.…
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New building regulator begins
Victoria’s new building industry watchdog is now up and running. The Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC) began operations on Tuesday, July 1 and is now…
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Applications open for new tobacco licenses
Victoria’s new tobacco licensing scheme has begun with retailers and wholesalers now able to apply for a licence on the Service Victoria app or website.…
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