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A deadly circus performance
Community members can immerse themselves in the extraordinary talents of First Nations artists at Footscray Community Arts during the Deadly Fringe program, part of the…
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’Caveman’ comedy set for Saturday
As the Brimbank Comedy Festival gets underway this weekend, one comedian who has been all across the country and world performing is set to give…
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Unlock your musical potential
After a five-year hiatus, Brisbane’s Priscilla Anzoa will make her first appearance in Kadosh, a music intensive workshop held in Albion to empower the next…
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Westfield abandons Mt Atkinson
Plans to build a Westfield shopping centre in Mt Atkinson have been abandoned, leaving locals in the lurch on “desperately needed” facilities. The retail destination…
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State government slammed for Ferris Road
Western Victoria Liberal MP Bev McArthur has echoed Melton council’s calls for Ferris Road to be declared and duplicated. Speaking in state Parliament this month,…
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Better reception for Mt Atkinson
The days of poor phone reception are coming to a close in Mt Atkinson, with the state government announcing it will significantly bolster network connection.…
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‘Don’t leave us behind’: local swimmers
A major leisure centre in the area is falling apart, and local swimmers are saying enough is enough. A new petition is requesting a major…
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School art show an homage to past legends
On Friday September 6, the finest artworks were on full display in an inaugural Thornhill Park Primary school art exhibition. The pieces, made by students,…
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‘Much needed respite’ for families of patients
Patients and their families at Sunshine Hospital now have a safe haven to go to when the ward gets too unsettling or confronting. On Wednesday,…
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Melton student crowned Youth Champion of the West
The future of Melton is in good hands with young leaders like Jonah Hermance. A year 11 student at St Francis Catholic College, Jonah was…
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More blood donors demanded
Victorians are again being encouraged to roll up their sleeves and donate blood to save a life this spring – as ongoing high demand for…
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AFL records membership record
The AFL has announced an all-time club membership record of 1,319,687 for the 2024 season. The number surpasses the previous record of 1,264,952 set last…
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Incontinence costs soar: report
Incontinence costs Australia more than $100 billion per year according to a new report conducted by Deloitte Access Economics. The report, commissioned by the Continence…
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Melbourne to host environment conference
Melbourne has been selected to host the World Sustainable Built Environment Conference (WSBE) in 2026. The conference series is renowned for addressing key issues in…
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Stand for local election
Local government election nominations are open until Tuesday September 17. Candidates looking to make a difference in their community encouraged to apply. Postal ballots will…
















