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Organic recycling for local businesses
Local businesses have the chance to lead the way in sustainability through a new food organics recycling trial launched by Whittlesea council. The six-month initiative…
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Plea for urgent school upgrades
Parents, carers and school staff are calling on the Victorian government to urgently commit funding in next year’s state budget to complete stage two of…
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Youth take the lead at Whittlesea summit
The voices of young Whittlesea residents were at the forefront of the City of Whittlesea’s 2025 youth summit, with student leaders coming together to share…
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’Substandard’ plan
Brimbank council said it does not support Development Victoria’s draft development plan in its current form for a housing estate in Cairnlea, and said the…
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Don’t bug out: It’s expo time
Visitors and exhibitors will be coming from far and wide to Woodend for the 2025 National Insect Expo. Hailed as the largest insect exhibition in…
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Art worth a second look
The first weekend of October will be extra busy for the Woodend Lions Club, with two big events planned for the community. On Saturday, October…
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’Devoted’ educator honoured
A Ballan childcare educator was honoured with an award this month, recognising her “devotion, commitment and excellence” in early childhood education and care. Ballan resident…
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Retiring MP thanks Melton
Melton MP Steve McGhie will not seek re-election next year as he transitions to retirement. Stepping away from his role as Melton MP next year,…
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Club ‘energised’ to receive grant
Members of Taylors Lakes basketball club are ready to amp up their basketball game after receiving a grant as part of the federal government’s volunteer…
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Major sporting upgrades completed
Community sport in Taylors Lakes will shine brighter following a $4.79 million upgrade of the tennis pavilion and flood lighting of the tennis courts at…
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Have your say on the future of St Albans town centre
Locals can provide feedback on Brimbank council’sd draft ‘St Albans Place Management Framework,’ which council said aims to strengthen economic development, improve safety and amenity,…
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Firearms and explosives seized in Campbellfield raid
Police have charged a woman following the seizure of firearms and explosives linked to a serious organised crime group. Broadmeadows police located a stolen vehicle…
