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New party in the west
A new political party in Melbourne’s west could become a home for disgruntled Labor voters, according to a prominent pollster. The West Party has been…
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Road bridge work in Diggers Rest ramps up
Crews at Diggers Rest are preparing for the arrival of giant T-beams for the new road bridge that will make the Old Calder Highway level…
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Local arrest made in national operation
Police have arrested 14 people, including one from Melton South and one from Bacchus Marsh. Police also seized a firearm, more than $100,000 in cash,…
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Stay covid safe this summer
Victorians, including those in Brimbank, are being reminded to take steps to protect themselves and their community from COVID-19 this summer, as COVID infections increase…
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Beware of scams this sale season
State government is urging Victorians, including those in Brimbank, to be aware of online scams in the lead up to the festive season. Boxing Day,…
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Health regulators unite against family violence
For the first time ever, Australia’s health practitioner regulators have united to call for an end to family violence. The five regulators: The Australian Health…
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Rental reform bill announced
Renters in Victoria could have a raft of new rights if legislation announced by the state government this week becomes law. On Wednesday, Premier Jacinta…
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Research shows alcohol labels are commonly misunderstood
A study from Cancer Council Victoria found three in four Australian adults misunderstood at least one health-related claim on an alcohol product, incorrectly believing that…
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AusNet Energy Resilience Community Fund round two grants now open
Applications are now open for the second round of Energy Resilience and Energy Education and Literacy Grants under AusNet’s $12 million Energy Resilience Community Fund…
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Christmas in Melton
Melton will come alive with Christmas cheer over the next month with a range of festive activities. The much-loved annual Carols by Candlelight will be…
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1000th patient joins registry
The Murdoch Children’s Research Institute has celebrated its 1000th patient to join the Victorian hip dysplasia registry (VicHip). Launched in 2022, VicHip aims to improve…
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Retirement village regulations bill introduced
The state government has introduced legislation to provide stronger protections for retirement village residents. Consumer Affairs Minister Gabrielle Williams introduced the Retirement Villages Amendment Bill…
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Recycling trailers launched
Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) Vic West Zone operator TOMRA Cleanaway has announced the launch of community events trailers just in time for the summer season,…
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Melton Homemaker Centre opens
The new Melton Homemaker Centre will officially open its doors on Saturday, December 7 with a ribbon cutting and family fun day. An opening ceremony…
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Festival of languages
The many and varied languages of Melbourne’s west will be celebrated at the annual Language In Community Festival next month. Held at Footscray’s Seelaf Square…
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