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Outer east locals asked to put on walking shoes for Homelessness Week
As part of Homelessness Week, 4-10 August, the Eastern Homelessness Network (EHN) will host the Homeward Bound Walk around Ringwood Lake on 5 August. MPs…
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Australian Government, Cleanbill clash over predicted bulk-billing increases
A new report by healthcare directory Cleanbill has indicated that the expansion of the Bulk Billing Incentive might not see a massive uptick in fully…
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Fatal police shooting in Yarra Junction
Police have shot and killed a man in Yarra Junction at around 5.30pm, 30 July. Police attended an address on Warburton Highway after reports were…
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Car theft warning for parklands and walking tracks
A rise in vehicle break ins around parklands and walking tracks in the Yarra Ranges has prompted calls for drivers to tighten up their security…
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Millwarra Community Building hosting free meals tonight
Those who are looking for a night off cooking tonight, 30 July, can visit the Millwarra Community Building for a free meal. It starts at…
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Free virtual women’s health clinic launches
A virtual women’s health clinic, led by community health organisation Each, has officially launched in Victoria, the first state-wide initiative of its kind. Announced in…
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2026 Community Calendar Comp entry deadline extended
Entries for the 2026 Community Calendar Comp have been extended to 5pm, Wednesday 13 August. The winning entries will have their pictures featured on the…
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Seville CFA undertake special night time training
Seville CFA conducted a special night time training session on Wednesday 23 July which saw the brigade prepare for after dark turnouts while utilising specialised…
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Workplace watchdog takes hard look at disability sector
Disability workers are being underpaid $13.6 million every year, prompting the workplace investigator to focus on rogue providers and exploitation. The Fair Work Ombudsman will…
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‘Toughest’ bail laws in land to target repeat offenders
Bailed crooks who commit serious crimes will find it “almost impossible” to keep their freedom under new laws. The Victorian government introduced its second package…
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Politicians back Warburton Bike Park opening
The Victorian and Commonwealth Governments invested over $7.5 million into the newly opened Warburton Bike Park. On Saturday 19 July the first 30 kilometres of…
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Yarra Centre to host Pickleball Party for Loneliness Awareness Week
The Yarra Centre is hosting an action packed day of pickleball to support Loneliness Awareness Week. It will take place on Wednesday 6 August from…