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Bushfire safety overlooked by nearly half of Victorians in risk areas, survey finds
A recent CFA survey revealed that 45 per cent of Victorians living in bushfire-prone areas are not concerned about bushfire safety despite being at...
Social media age cap discussion
Discussion surrounding a new age cap for social media has erupted since the Albanese Government’s announcement on Tuesday 10 September.
The proposed legislation is scheduled...
Finding purpose, providing home and hope: 30 years of foster caring
Three decades and countless hours of support, guidance and family has been at the centre of a Mount Evelyn couple’s desire to give as...
Boronia’s aspiring astronaut returns from groundbreaking microgravity research in Ottawa
Boronia’s aspiring astronaut, Celene Meraz Benavente, has returned from an extraordinary week in Ottawa Canada, where she engaged in cutting-edge research and training in...
Bright future ahead for Ferntree Gully Firefighter
Initially starting as “I’ll give it a go”, volunteering with Ferntree Gully Fire Brigade is now a key part of Jasmin Chia’s life.
After moving...
Stormwater plan gets green light as blueprint for flood mitigation
After a two week deferral, Yarra Ranges Council adopted its Stormwater Policy and Stormwater Management Plan despite renewed calls for improvements from the community....
Yarra Valley Water customer service staff shine bright at the Auscontact awards
Yarra Valley Water’s customer service trainer Elisha Brayshaw has won the
Training Professional of Year (VIC/TAS) at the 2024 Auscontact Awards.
Run by the Australian Contact...
Selby Community House and Tribe-Monbulk unite to offer non-judgmental spaces for youth
The Selby Community House, in partnership with Tribe-Monbulk Youth Inc. held a special event to celebrate the opening of the FAFO Art Exhibition on...
Wattle View Primary School champions R U OK? Day with themed activities to promote...
On R U OK? Day, schools across the country came together to emphasise the importance of mental health and encourage meaningful conversations that can...
John’s resilient fight against blood cancer
Emerald resident John received a call from his doctor nearly two years ago urging him to come in for immediate testing, as his previous...
Sassafras car crash leaves young man airlifted to hospital with serious injuries
A 26-year-old Olinda man was airlifted to the hospital after being trapped in his overturned car overnight following a harrowing plunge off a cliff...
Vets welcome recommendations but call for immediate action
The final report of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide was handed down on Monday 9 September - a pivotal moment addressing...
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Lock up to stop thieves and burglars this weekend
Victoria Police is urging the community to lock home and vehicle doors this summer, as new police intelligence reveals aggravated burglaries and car thefts...
