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Young people ready to lead and create across the state
The Victorian Government is backing the skills and creativity of young people across the state through two grant programs designed to inspire the next generation…
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Obesity and overweight overtake tobacco disease burden
The Public Health Association of Australia has reacted to the release of The Australian Burden of Disease Study 2024 report today, calling for Government action…
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Teacher workforce modelling reveals positive trends
The Victorian Government is helping Victorian kids get a world class education by growing the teaching workforce across the state. On Sunday 15 December, Deputy…
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Young donor recipient encourages Victorians to register and give hope
Young heart transplant recipient Milly Johnston and her family are issuing a plea to Victorians to give the gift of hope this holiday season by…
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Survey shines light on high risk for asthma sufferers this bushfire season
A new survey commissioned by Asthma Australia has revealed that 81 per cent of Australians and 90 per cent of those who have or care…
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Caravan industry calls for safety first this holiday season as 2.8 million hit the road
Whether towing a caravan, charging lithium-ion batteries, or enjoying the amenities of a caravan park, planning and awareness are key to ensuring a happy and…
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Kidsafe calls for urgent action on low speed vehicle runovers
On average, each year in Victoria, 41 children are killed or injured in low speed vehicle runover incidents. While hospitalisation rates have decreased over the…
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Christmas feasts accelerate food waste
A Senior Research Fellow from RMIT University has prompted the question of whether society needs to rethink its food consumption habits at Christmas. Dr Bhavna…
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Melbourne man charged with prohibited hate symbol offence
The AFP has charged a Ferntree Gully man, for the alleged display of a Hezbollah flag during protest activity in Melbourne’s CBD on 29 September,…
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How to conserve your fuel on long summer trips
With Christmas and Boxing Day done and dusted for another year, many people will be hitting the road for a summer getaway. Fuel prices have…
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Road tripping through the Ranges
There are endless possibilities for a journey once bags are packed and the family are on the road, and there are plenty of opportunities for…
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Seven tips to surviving the Boxing Day sales
One sleep after Christmas comes the years ultimate shopping event – the boxing day sales. Often the busiest shopping day in the year, it can…