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State releases new English lesson plans
New English Lesson plans, including Phonics Plus lesson plans, were released as part of the state’s revised English curriculum. Released this month, the plans form…
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Have your say on Melton
Melton council residents might hear a knock at their door from late May onwards as part of a survey covering satisfaction of council services and…
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Fundraising walk in the park
Lace up your runners – the Eynesbury Mother’s Day Classic is returning this month, offering a community-focused fundraising event for breast and ovarian cancer research.…
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Diggers Rest remembers
Diggers Rest residents gathered at the town’s cenotaph on Friday to mark Anzac Day with a community service. Organised by Mary-Anne Rovers and the Lions…
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Gorton to have a new MP
Seven candidates are vying for the chance to become the new Gorton MP at this federal election. With Labor MP Brendan O’Connor retiring, there will…
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New nets a “game-changer”
Bacchus Marsh sports enthusiasts will rejoice with the completion of a new oval and mutli-purpose cricket practice nets at Bacchus Marsh Racecourse and Recreation Reserve.…
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Funding for CCTV promised
CCTV cameras will be delivered in Caroline Springs if the Labor Party is to win the federal election. Labor candidate for the seat of Gorton,…
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Regulator warns of lithium-ion battery fire risk
New research shows that a large proportion of young people underestimate the risks that can lead to lithium-ion battery fires. A study commissioned by Energy…
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Naloxone access expanded
Access to a life-saving medication which reverses opioid overdoses will be expanded. Last week the state government announced Victoria’s Take-Home Naloxone Program will be expanded…
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Study finds sleep and sport don’t mix
Exercise too close to bedtime may affect sleep duration, timing and quality, new research led by Monash University has found. Published in Nature Communications, the…
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Musical shopping experience for locals
Shoppers will have their experience enhanced by cinematic soundtracks, with a series of free public piano concerts set to be performed in op shops across…
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Garden provides artist’s inspiration
The Gallery Mount Macedon is presenting the works of local artist Christine Turner in an exhibition exploring the themes of her garden and life drawing.…
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Sight and perception in Werribee
Café Philosophique is coming back to Werribee in May and this time will be challenging our preconceived notions of sight and perception. Produced by The…
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Sleepless in Footscray
Skeleton puppets, punk photography and a nocturnal film festival are just some of the weird and wonderful attractions that can be found after dark in…
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New financial support for apartment and unit residents
The state government has announced new compulsory body corporate fee notices that will give people more information and advice on their rights to ask for…
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