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Take the stress out of Christmas and dine out
Dining out on Christmas Day is becoming increasingly popular, and there are several reasons why more people are choosing to celebrate the holiday in restaurants…
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Dessert options for a sweet Christmas treat
While plum pudding, also known as Christmas pudding, is a traditional festive dessert in many parts of the world, some people prefer to explore alternatives…
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10 things to do to fuel the festive feels
Not feeling the Christmas spirit just yet? Here’s 10 things you can do that will have your festive feelings flowing. Decorate Yes it’s an obvious…
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Creamy eggnog to put you in the festive mood
Eggnog is a creamy, rich beverage traditionally enjoyed during the holiday season. Its origins are thought to date back to medieval Europe, where people drank…
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Mini Christmas craft
Each month, Stephanie Martinez will share an exciting craft project designed to inspire and spark creativity. Stephanie starred in the first season of Making It…
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Keep kids safe around pools this summer
Kidsafe Victoria has called on pool and spa owners to check their barriers and prioritise pool safety, in a bid to reduce the number of…
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Top 5 tips for shopping with kids
The holidays are a time of fun and relaxation, but often the weight of picking the perfect gift can invite unwarranted stress. Add to that…
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Holiday bin collection and services hours
Changes have been announced to bin collections, council and library services over the holidays. There will be no bin collection on Christmas Day, Thursday December…
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Mayors respond to Bondi tragedy
Whittlesea and Hume mayors have both responded to the tragedy at Bondi beach, expressing their deep sadness and condolences. Whittlesea mayor Lawrie Cox said he…
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Council services changes
There will be changes to Macedon Ranges council services over the holiday period. Council’s customer service centres in Gisborne, Kyneton, Romsey and Woodend will be…
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Keep pets safe during fireworks
Hume council is reminding dog and cat owners to take extra precautions to ensure the safety of their pets during public firework displays that may…
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Highway operation nabs drink drivers
A 20-year-old man from Aintree is among three dozen drink/drug drivers caught by police in a massive two-night highway operation on the Nepean Highway. Three…
