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Delicious and decadent Christmas treats
Pakenham Senior Citizens Club’s Christmas In July was a very enjoyable event, thanks to the efforts of the committee, with colourful decorations and delicious and…
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Youth vote for state’s newest arrivals
A group of young people supported by South East Community Links have teamed up for a Bill in the Y Victorian Youth Parliament. Madina Hakimi,…
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Phonics Plus sets up students for life-long success
The State Government says it is making best practice common practice with Victoria’s Phonics Plus program setting up our youngest students for life-long reading success.…
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Growing minds and green spaces with Schools Tree Day
Schools across Australia are being encouraged to take learning outside on Friday, 25 July for Schools Tree Day, the nation’s largest tree-planting and nature care…
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Snow visitors busted
Police have detected a further 420 offences in late July during a major road policing operation targeting motorists heading to Mount Buller. Operation Eastern Snow…
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Main Street revamp revived
The revamp of Main Street is back on with the council looking for a contract to begin construction in the coming months. Last Friday, the…
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Vervale hemp business wins VCAT approval
The permit for the manufacture of hemp bricks in Vervale is now cleared of dispute after VCAT ruled against neighbouring concerns for the growth and…
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Kids Helpline data reveals concerning trend linked to bullying
Concerning data released by yourtown, the operator of Kids Helpline, has highlighted an increase in young Australians who express that they are victims of bullying…
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Step towards levy repeal
Cardinia Shire Council has taken a step forward by unanimously passing a motion urging Victorian Treasurer Jaclyn Symes to repeal the Emergency Services and Volunteers…
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Worth a second chance?
With youth crime rising and calls for tougher policies growing louder, are we turning our backs on second chances and hope for redemption? Pakenham resident…
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Red means
Beaconsfield residents are raising urgent concerns about drivers regularly running red lights at major intersections, putting pedestrians at serious risk. A widely shared concern among…
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Farm safety: from the paddock gate to the kitchen table
Many farms are homes as well as workplaces, and we all have a part to play in improving farm safety, health and wellbeing. Agriculture Victoria…
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