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Thousands of tradies secure certification

More than 20,000 carpenters, electricians and plumbers from across the state have received their Trade Papers since 2019. Skills and TAFE minister Gayle Tierney welcomed...

Just three words can be a life saving tool

Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics are calling on the Victorian community to make use of what3words via the Emergency Plus app, describing it as a...

Public holiday public transport

With the Australia Day public holiday falling on Monday, January 27 this year, public transport will operate to a Saturday schedule for the day. Metropolitan...

Campfire caution

Emergency services are urging campers to ensure they are aware of current fire danger ratings after 18 people were warned about unauthorised campfires in...

Work waste disposal warning

As employees head back to their workplaces after the summer holidays, many will choose to start the new year by clearing out old equipment. The...

Healing through art

Snehika Paspunuri has always been the artistic type. Whether it is drawing, painting, singing or dancing, she can do it all. After her second pregnancy,...

Double the fun at school

Stacey and Adam Tait welcomed a set of fraternal twins during the pandemic and now, five years later, the twins are gearing up for...

Micic’s Aussie run

Caroline Springs’ Elena Micic grew up wanting to spend her Januarys’ on the courts at Melbourne Park. Having started playing tennis at age three, making...

Aiava feels she belongs

The last Australian woman to fall at Melbourne Park, comeback kid Destanee Aiava believes she's shown she belongs at the top level of international...

Around the grounds in Melton and Moorabool

Ballarat FL Reigning premiers Melton has welcomed three players back to the club for this year’s Ballarat Football League season. Coach Troy Scoble revealed on...

Falcons sitting content

Caroline Springs couldn’t have asked for much more from the first part of the Victorian Turf Cricket Association Roy Picone Shield season. The Falcons were...

Aiava back in charge of her tennis Destanee at Open

The dark days behind her, Destanee Aiava hopes this is just the start after at last claiming her maiden grand slam win. Eight long years...

Melton City’s successful relay day

Melton City Little Athletics Centre exceeded all expectations at the recent Little Athletics Victoria relay day. The centre had 14 teams compete at the state...

Spruce up your outdoor living areas

As we enter summer, you may notice that your outdoor area is looking a little worse for wear. Perhaps the deck is a bit...

Treat hospitality staff with respect

Summer can be a great time for dining out, but it can be a hetic and difficult time for those working in kitchens and...

Roadwise targets main causes of road crashes

A statewide Road Policing activity called Operation Roadwise 2024 will be conducted during the 2024 Christmas holiday break from Friday 13 December 2024 to...

Nurse Next Door: compassionate care for seniors and NDIS clients

Nurse Next Door is proud to bring professional and compassionate care to Melbourne’s western suburbs, supporting clients with disabilities and seniors with personalised home...

$100 million refunded back to the community in CDS’s first year

Victorians have saved one billion drink containers from landfill in the first 12 months of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). That’s $100 million...

Discover a vibrant lifestyle at Lifestyle Communities

At Lifestyle Communities, we believe in creating more than just beautiful homes – we build vibrant, connected communities where over 50s can truly thrive. Our...

Addressing adenomyosis

Adenomyosis is a uterine disease where the tissue that normally lines the uterus, the endometrium, grows into the muscle of the uterus, the myometrium. Seen...

Addressing adenomyosis

Adenomyosis is a uterine disease where the tissue that normally lines the uterus, the endometrium, grows into the muscle of the uterus, the myometrium. Seen...

Medication abortion: why expanding access matters

Tilly Mahoney is Women's Health in the North's sexual and reproductive health co-ordinator. In Victoria, access to safe and legal abortion has been a hard-won...

Addressing adenomyosis

Adenomyosis is a uterine disease where the tissue that normally lines the uterus, the endometrium, grows into the muscle of the uterus, the myometrium. Seen...

Greater awareness of menopause needed: Inquiry

A senate inquiry into menopause and perimenopause has made 25 recommendations to the federal government to better support women to manage their symptoms. Among the...

Time to talk about menopause

As World Menopause Day approaches on October 18, it’s crucial to shed light on the often-misunderstood transition that many women face. Western Health women’s health...

Residents call to stop place of worship building plans

Kurunjang residents are calling on Melton council to reject an application to repurpose a shed into a place of worship in the area. Petitioner Charlie...

Rockbank to get a new town centre

Rockbank Major Town Centre is one step closer to becoming a reality, with all necessary permits and approvals in place. Melton councillor Phillip Zada shared...

Melton Produce closes after 24 years

Melton Produce has closed its doors after 24 years, after VicTrack took back possession of the land and building as part of its plans...

Blooming initiative with sustainability

Friends of the Melton Botanic Garden is promoting sustainable living through a guided tour on Sunday, February 9 at 10am starting at the garden’s...

Jet-ski users told to slow down

Jet-ski users are being warned to slow down and keep clear of swimmers after a spate of dangerous incidents across the first two weeks...

New women’s health research grants announced

The state announced a new grants program aimed at advancing the understanding of how disease and other health issues affect women. The women’s medical research...

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Micic’s Aussie run

Caroline Springs’ Elena Micic grew up wanting to spend her Januarys’ on the courts at Melbourne Park. Having started playing tennis at age three, making...

Healing through art