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Top tips for holidaying with your pet
It’s set to be a busy summer for Victorians, but preparing for a holiday with a four-legged family members with you can be hard. Preparation…
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Where to watch the NYE fireworks
Planning on watching the NYE fireworks, here are some of the spots you can catch them in Melbourne’s CBD. If you plan to go into…
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Planning for this New Year’s Eve
With another New Year’s Eve looming, now is the time to start planning on how best to welcome in 2024. If you love music festivals,…
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Fire Danger Period has arrived
As of Monday December 18, the Fire Danger Period has begun. With the Country Fire Authority’s banning of open-air burning without a permit as of…
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Keep your canine companions healthy this summer
Victorian travellers are urged to protect their dogs against a serious tick-borne illness this summer season. Agriculture Victoria deputy chief veterinary officer Doctor Cameron Bell…
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Sustainable Civic Centre design scores million dollar building award nomination
The Yarra Ranges Council Civic Centre redevelopment has been nominated for a state design award for its innovative and sustainable architectural features. The collaboration between…
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How to prepare pets for summer
Summer is here and many Victorians are preparing for the holidays. Regardless of whether it’s a vacation or a staycation, pet owners should take appropriate…
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Explore the great outdoors
Victorians are encouraged to continue to explore outdoor experiences, with affordable and local holiday options available. In September, Environment Minister Ingrid Stitt announced the $106.6…
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Outdoor workers exposed to up to 10 times more UV than indoor workers
SunSmart has warned Victorians working outdoors they could be exposed to up to 10 times more UV exposure yearly than indoor workers, placing them at…
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Buskers Beat homelessness
On Saturday December 16, a group of local musicians took to the streets of Healesville, playing carols to raise money for the Holy Fools initiative.…
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RSPCA guide for keeping cats happy at home
The RSPCA is reminding cat owners, including those in the Yarra Ranges, that their feline friends can live its best and safe live contained in…
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A concrete replacement for cement
An innovative project between three Victorian water corporations to find greener alternatives to concrete, has been successful in winning a major climate change prize. Victoria’s…