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Preventable liver cancer deaths rising

New data reveals deaths in Australia linked to chronic hepatitis B have increased following years of decline, with experts urging those at risk to...

Insulation discounts on the cards

Discounts on ceiling insulation will be available to homeowners from early next year, the state government has announced. The discounts will be available through the...

Parenting portal a ‘one-stop shop’

A free new online support service for Victorian parents and carers has been created by the state government. Earlier this week, Government Services Minister Natalie...

Public holiday public transport over Easter

Public transport services will operate to a public holiday timetable on Good Friday April 18 and Easter Monday April 21, but some services...

Magical story time in Bacchus Marsh

Kids of all ages travelled somewhere over the rainbow and stepped into the magical land of Oz during a special story time and face...

No prohibition on fun

The Wyndham Theatre Company’s (WTC) rendition of ‘Drinking Habits’ will have audience members charging their glasses – or hiding them. Set in America during the...

Easter craft fun

A special Easter-themed craft session was held at the Eynesbury Discovery Centre on Thursday, April 10, with participants creating Easter Bunny headbands, egg baskets...

Join Jan for a jig

Scottish country dancing comes to Hobsons Bay on Sunday, May 4, with an event at the Dennis Reserve Centre in Williamstown. Jointly hosted by...

Autumn celebrations at Auction House

The Old Auction House is presenting several exhibitions across an exciting range of styles, themes, and media this month and next. In the studio gallery...

Projecting the beauty of Kororoit Creek

A new series of projections in Sunshine will transport viewers to the lush greenscape of the local Kororoit Creek. A collection of 42 snapshots,...

Mental health election cash

Major parties have a keen eye on improving mental health services in the region, with election promises that could deliver more free mental health...

More CCTV cameras for the region

Crime prevention has become a key issue this election with major parties promising funding to tackle crime across the region. On Tuesday, April 8, the...

Urgent action on roads needed

Melton council is using the federal election as an opportunity to urgently call on major parties to commit to upgrading local roads for improved...

Pledges flow for Bacchus Marsh

Funding commitments to support Bacchus Marsh’s recreational and sporting facilities are being made by both major parties in the lead up to the federal...

Youth homelessness crisis rife in Melbourne’s west

As the youth homelessness crisis continues to impact hundreds across Melbourne’s west, Prealene Khera reports on why young people are being pushed to the...

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Magical story time in Bacchus Marsh

Kids of all ages travelled somewhere over the rainbow and stepped into the magical land of Oz during a special story time and face...

Easter craft fun

Join Jan for a jig