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Reducing the cost of medicines to ease the 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 as…
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Maroondah Hospital set to open new priority primary care centre
Maroondah Hospital will soon be able to offer a free alternative to visiting an emergency department (ED), with a priority primary care centre (PPCC) opening…
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Casey MP Aaron Violi looks back on 2022
After being elected to federal parliament in 2022, Casey MP Aaron Violi spoke to the Star Mail about what went right and what was a…
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Increased kangaroo harvesting quota sparks outrage
The Victorian Government has announced a massive increase in the 2023 kangaroo harvesting quota report, with a near 30 per cent increase in the total…
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How to prepare your home for bushfire season
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) is urging homeowners to make sure they have a plan in place for fire season. The VBA wants Victorians to…
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Free zoo visits this school holidays
Whether it be closer to home at Healesville Sanctuary and making the journey further to the Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open-Range Zoo or Kyabram Fauna Park,…
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Save energy, beat the heat
With hot weather finally arriving in Victoria, it’s time to think about how we can cool our homes efficiently, so we save both money and…
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RSPCA warns of ticks on pets this summer
RSPCA Victoria are urging pet owners to protect their animals from tick bites, particularly as supplies of tick bite serum run low across Australia. While…
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Three… rollercoaster facts
1. Origins from Russia The roller coaster has its origins in St Petersburg, Russia, as a simple slide that took thrillseekers down an icy ramp…
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New feature to help reduce number plate theft
A new in-built security feature is set to be included in general-issue number plates, which will reduce crime and number plate theft. Rolling out from…
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Recognising researchers in medicine
Applications are open for the 2022 Premier’s Awards for Health and Medical Research, recognising the potentially life-changing work of our medical researchers. Acting Minister for…
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Reaching out to registered teachers
The State Government is urging Victorian teachers to return to the classroom in 2023 and support students to get the best education. Acting Minister for…