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Protect yourself this summer
SunSmart Victoria is warning residents in the Outer East, that between November and February, Victorians are 11.5 times more likely to require emergency assistance because…
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Getting your child ready for prep
Starting school is a major milestone in a child’s life and a major transition. So how do you best prepare your child to start prep…
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2023 in pictures
The Star Mail has been snapping away in 2023, taking plenty of photos to accompany the news of the week. Here’s a selection of favourites…
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What made headlines each month of 2023
In January, the Yarra Valley Pro Rodeo’s triumphant return for the first time since 2020 was a hit in the community and supported awareness for…
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Popular pet names
The summer time is a great time to introduce a new furry friend to the household, making a great Christmas gift and with time over…
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Feed your interest
Growing vegetables in pots is a fantastic way to eat fresh and save money over summer. Whether it’s space, time or physical ability that rules…
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Know the cost of DIY
Victorians wanting to undertake renovations around their home must know when they have to hire a professional. Consumers must engage a registered builder for most…
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Keep your family safe around pools this summer
Victorians are being reminded to make sure their swimming pool or spa is safely fenced off with a compliant barrier to avoid the tragedy of…
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Yarra Ranges Donkey Festival on this month
The Yarra Ranges Donkey Festival is set to make a triumphant return this month, nine years since its inception in 2015. The event is the…
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Underquoting taskforce ramps up
Victoria’s dedicated taskforce targeting underquoting has in 15 months of operation issued more than $1 million in fines to estate agencies caught underquoting and breaching…
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Campfire safety paramount as weather heats up
Don’t let your campfire become a bushfire is the message for holidaymakers heading into Victoria’s parks this summer. It’s all-hands-on-deck for Parks Victoria, the Conservation…
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Lock Up statistics
Home access company Merlin has released report findings detailing the security of Aussie homes. The Merlin Summer Living Report surveyed over 1,000 Australians to uncover…