News
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Avoiding the threat of grassfires
While it has seemed to have taken an age to arrive, hot weather is finally upon us with temperatures above 30 degrees finally starting to…
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Reflecting on 2022: Unexpected floods hit Lilydale
Lilydale, Seville, Coldstream and Mooroolbark smashed The Warburton Highway through Seville did not escape the torrential rain and flash flooding that hit Lilydale and the…
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Changes made to PBS to ease cost of living
The cost of medicines on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) have been reduced by 30 per cent for the first time in 75 years to…
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Firearm squad seizes illegal weapons, arrests Croydon North man
One man has been charged and a significant arsenal of weapons seized following an investigation into the alleged importation of items consistent with firearm manufacturing.…
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Regional road deaths a concern
The State Government has reinforced its focus on reducing road trauma in the new year after the number of people killed on Victoria’s roads increased…
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Four people rescued on Black Spur after car drove off embankment
Emergency service crews were called to a high angle rescue on the Black Spur in Fernshaw early yesterday evening after a car drove off the…
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Primary care centre to open at Maroondah Hospital to reduce ED pressure
A priority primary care centre (PPCC) will soon be opening at Maroondah Hospital to give a free alternative to visiting an emergency department (ED). Premier…
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Native garden hidden among the trees
Hidden off the beaten track in Kalorama and tucked away among the trees, with a casual view out over the valley, is an exploration of…
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How to manage kids’ screen time
As the school holidays begin, how to manage kids’ screen time is front-of-mind for many families across the country. Understanding the challenges, experts from the…
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RSPCA gives tips on how to prepare pets for summer
Summer is upon us and, with fewer pandemic restrictions in place, many Victorians are preparing for the holidays. Regardless of whether it’s a vacation or…
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Research shows most toddler snacks on Australian supermarket shelves fail sugar recommendations
More than three quarters (78 per cent) of ready-made toddler foods found in supermarkets fail to meet all sugar recommendations set by the World Health…
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Ausnet preparing for summer of wild weather
AusNet has begun an extensive works program to help ensure it can supply safe and reliable power to their customers, with wild weather continuing to…