Taste of the tropics, the hottest fruit trends for 2025
Move over mangoes, it’s time to go beyond bananas.
Traders at Melbourne’s wholesale fruit and vegetable market have revealed the hottest trends in...
Urgent call for blood donors
Lifeblood has issued an urgent call for blood donors this week after a record number of planned blood donations were cancelled during the first...
Australia Koala Foundation to re-launch Democracy Booklet
The Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) is preparing to re-launch a refreshed version of its ‘Democracy Booklet’ initiative ahead of the federal election this year....
Sublime Sunbury sounds
Influenced by blues and rock legends, Sunbury musician Gareth Huggett and band The Remedy have a high-energy and exciting sound which they're bringing to...
Motorcyclist dies in Manor Lakes crash
Police are investigating the death of a motorcyclist following a crash in Manor Lakes during the early hours of Thursday, January 9.
Emergency services were...
Avoid suntanning this summer
Cancer Council is reminding Australians, including those in Wyndham, to avoid suntanning and poor sun protection behaviours.
This January marks the 10th anniversary since an...
A cry for understanding
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Behind the vibrant and resilient spirits of African communities, a hidden epidemic of trauma has taken its toll. Today a courageous young voice is...
Werribee races a target in new TAC campaign
Werribee racegoers are among those targeted by a new campaign that is encouraging people to abstain from drink-driving at country races.
The Transport Accident Commission's...
Sunset safari returns to the Savannah
Werribee Open Range Zoo’s (WROZ) iconic Sunset Safari event is back by popular demand in 2025 and will feature Jabulani, the southern white rhino...
Cardiac arrest survival rate in Victoria triples
New research shows Victorians are more likely to survive a cardiac arrest compared to 20 years ago, thanks to increased bystander intervention.
The study, supported...
Mum urges parents to spot drowning signs
A mum whose toddler almost drowned last summer is imploring parents to learn the signs of drowning and know what to do in an...
Council rates cap to keep costs low
Council rate increases will cap at the forecast Consumer Price Index for the next financial year to reduce pressures on household budgets.
Minister for local...
Free fun Australia Day fun
Wyndham’s free Australia Day program is back and it is Tarneit’s turn to celebrate.
On Sunday, January 26, Penrose Place will light up for...
Free activities this Summer
The state has announced a series of free family events across Victoria this summer, offering wildlife interactions, gallery exhibitions, and outdoor experiences.
Entry to the...
Double polls as former treasurer’s seat up for grabs
A date is set for Jacinta Allan's first electoral test as premier, with voters in the former treasurer's seat heading to the polls...
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Accused grandma rapist granted bail over 1980s attacks
A man accused of raping an 81-year-old grandmother four decades ago has been granted bail because he is not an unacceptable risk to the...
