News
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Capturing 2022 in snapshots
Dandenong Ranges residents, events and businesses continued to win awards, advocate for their communities and shared the love of their community in 2022. The Star…
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Melburnians urged to be safe while travelling to forest these holidays
The Conservation Regulator, Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) and Parks Victoria are urging Melburnians to practise responsible recreation as they trade the city for the…
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Making your New Year’s resolutions achievable
New Year’s is a time of reflection on the year that has passed, and a celebration as we head into another year with a fresh…
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Surviving a panic attack when it strikes unexpectedly
Panic attacks can come when a person least expects it, and can cause a great deal of fear and anxiety. Many people do not know…
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Avoiding pesky bugs this holiday season
Insects tend to enjoy Christmas and New Years celebrations and the sunshine just as much as us. The emergence of flies, mosquitoes and wasps often…
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Clean Up Australia Day registrations open for 2023
Those wanting to join together with others to take positive action as the world faces unprecedented environmental challenges, are able to get involved in making…
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Most toddler snacks on Australian supermarket shelves fail sugar recommendations, research shows
Starting new research has revealed more than three quarters (78 per cent) of ready-made toddler foods found in supermarkets fail to meet all sugar recommendations…
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Motorists asked to help wildlife by slowing down on the roads this holiday period
Wildlife Victoria responded to 1,131 reports of wildlife injured or killed by vehicles over a six-week period in the December 2021-January 2022 school holidays, Of…
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Record sunburns stats prompt call for better sun safety this summer
2020–2021 had the highest number of sunburn presentations to emergency departments in the last four years, data has showed. With the state’s health system already…
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Five reasons to visit Olinda in summer
Bushwalks Olinda is the perfect starting point for a walk through Sherbrooke Forest and it rewards visitors with not only spectacular views, but a pleasantly…
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Neighbourhood Watch tool to protect your home safe while you’re away
Travelling during the festive season means leaving your home, and makes keeping your home safe even more important. Neighbourhood Watch has some tips for residents…
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How to avoid common summer health hazards
Social gatherings and outdoor activities like BBQs are a popular pastime for Australians, but the Australian Digital Health Agency is encouraging people to be aware…