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RACV urges safety around schools

RACV is reminding all road users to use extra caution around school zones as students return to classrooms across the state. RACV head of policy...

Dementia Australia launches Diversity Grant Program

Dementia Australia has launched its 2025 Diversity Small Grants program. The program will support community organisations to build awareness and understanding of dementia in...

Banding together for safer roads

Thousands of footballers and netballers from grassroots to AFL level will wear blue armbands this week to show their commitment to road safety and...

Study reveals fewer young people vaping

A study has discovered that the rate of vaping among 14–17-year-olds started to drop late last year following a rise in popularity. The Generation Vape...

Have say on Manor Lakes dog park

Wyndham council is seeking feedback for the latest off-leash dog park that is planned for Wyndham. Hindmarsh Drive Reserve in Manor Lakes has been pegged...

Grants for native plants

Following a successful round in 2024, Bupa and Landcare Australia announce the return of the Healthy Cities Landcare Grants Program in 2025, offering funding...

Turning trash into tram stops

An trailblazing partnership is aiming to see recycled plastics from kerbside and industrial waste used for modular tram stop platforms, making Melbourne’s tram network...

Morris cycling for success

This month’s Don Deeble nominee Nicola Morris decided when Covid hit that she would like to participate in triathlons. Not having any real experience on...

Centurions ready to fire at the right end of the season

Werribee Centrals has put itself in a strong position to attack the final few rounds and finals in the Western Football League women’s competition. After...

Wyndham’s positive signs

Wyndham pushed top two side, the Pakenham Warriors, before ultimately falling short in the Big V women’s championship division on Saturday. Keen to get a...

Jets fight for top six spot

It’s the wild, wild west in the FV state league 4 west competition with Point Cook among those battling for important spots. With the restructure...

Tigers back on winners list

Werribee snapped a five game losing streak to keep its tiny Victorian Football League finals hopes alive. After their worst half of the season in...

Centurions strong performance

While Werribee Centrals kept its small finals chances alive on Saturday, coach Rhyce Prismall knows the likelihood of sneaking into the top five is...

Why desexing is a good choice

At Greencross Vets, the staff encourage pet owners to consider desexing as a vital step in supporting their pet’s long-term health and wellbeing. Desexing,...

Creating positive change

Everyday Independence is helping people with disability in Wyndham and across Australia to live more fulfilling lives. As a registered NDIS provider, Everyday Independence...

Club Tarneit: the home of entertainment

Just over 12 months since opening its doors, Club Tarneit is delivering on its promise to bring something new to the west – a...

New chapter of care – and fun at Manor Lakes!

Retired headmaster Robert Renton believes in making the most of the opportunities each new chapter of his life presents. The 79-year-old lives at Uniting AgeWell...

Music is for everyone at Wyndham Lodge

In the sunny music room at Baptcare’s Wyndham Lodge Residential Aged Care community, the choir is in good voice. Lyric sheets are handed around, but...

How IPC Health helps you stay at home

The aim of the Commonwealth Government Funded Home Care Packages program is to provide coordinated care and services that help older Australians live independently...

Social media eating ills

Women and girls are disproportionately impacted by eating disorders and body dissatisfaction, with social media having disastrous effects say experts. Eating disorders, like anorexia,...

Free period products a bloody good idea

Free period products should be made mandatory at all community sporting facilities to support people who menstruate and play sport, according to new Victoria...

Dialing up abortion care

Women from Melton, Wyndham, Hume and Whittlesea are reaching out in growing numbers to Victoria’s sexual and reproductive health phone line, 1800 My Options,...

Fighting period and pelvic pain stigma

Sexual Health Victoria (SHV) has partnered with the Department of Education to offer free education sessions in 400 Victorian government schools to help reduce...

Tech neck a growing concern

With over 5.3 million Australians suffering from neck pain, including tension neck syndrome a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) commonly known as ‘tech neck’ or ‘text...

Lauren aims for zero deaths

Lauren Philpot, 24, is raising awareness for a cause very close to her heart having lost her mother, Leigh, to breast cancer. A lifelong Maribyrnong...

Financial complaints top 100,000

The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has received more than 100,000 complaints for the second year in a row. Despite a 4 per cent decline...

Call for cattle farming safety

WorkSafe is urging workers on farms with cattle to stay vigilant and not cut corners with their safety. Cattle handling remains one of the most...

Funding open for creatives

The state government has launched the next round of its Creative Enterprises Program (CEP), with the goal of strengthening Victoria’s creative industries. Extended by four...

Defib Your Life launches

The Defib Your Life program has landed in Werribee and a launch was held to celebrate the occasion. On Friday, July 25, members from...

Learning festival returns

The Wyndham Learning Festival is back and a big name will kick start the show this year. In its 10th year, the festival will be...

Help form Wyndham’s budget

Wyndham council is opening its doors to residents who are interested in voicing their opinion about the city's current financial state. The Budget Forum will...

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Grants for native plants

Following a successful round in 2024, Bupa and Landcare Australia announce the return of the Healthy Cities Landcare Grants Program in 2025, offering funding...