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Taskforce report discusses the future of sustainably funding aged care
The Aged Task Taskforce set to work by the Australian Government released its final report on Monday 11 March, looking into how the sector can…
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Financial hardship grants available for AusNet customers
AusNet has announced it will provide hardship grants for eligible AusNet residential and business customers who were without power as a result of severe weather…
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MP fights for aged care respite funding after $200,000 cut
La Trobe MP Jason Wood has called on Federal Aged Care Minister Mark Butler to reinstate the level of funding provided to aged care respite…
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Adventure Dog is back in Yarra Valley for 2024
Dog lovers can rejoice as the annual adventure event returns to Yarra Valley to challenge dogs through obstacle courses. Animal Aid will host Adventure Dog…
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New era for Leadbeater’s possum
The Federal and State governments want to save an endangered species in Victoria by partnering with a local zoo and group. Federal environment and water…
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Death of a man in Belgrave sparks police investigation
A police investigation by homicide squad detectives has begun after the death of a Belgrave man Police are investigating the death of a man in…
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A literal baptism of fire
The Ash Wednesday Bushfire Education Centre in Cockatoo is more than just a place archiving the past. The building lived through the fire 41 years…
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Attempted shop heist sees teens charged
Staff at the Ferntree Gully IGA were the target of an alleged theft and assault by a group of teenagers last week. The encounter left…
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New Men’s shed set to grace the hills
A new men’s shed is set to grace the Hills community thanks to a grant of almost $40,000 from the State Government. Mountain District Learning…
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Belgrave Library Book Launch
Pop down to the Belgrave Library this Saturday 16 March, for the free launch of Casselise Rowe’s debut novel ‘Banksia Close’. Along with author talks…
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Range of Comsol wall chargers recalled due to electrocution risk
Five different wall chargers produced by Comsol Pty Ltd and sold at Officeworks have been recalled due to their potential to break. The wall plug…
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New concussion protocols to enforce local footballers not to play for 21 days after suffering concussion
The AFL has announced new concussion protocols to be implemented at every level of football below the AFL and AFLW, bringing them in line with…