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VU wears it purple
Victoria University (VU) has celebrated acceptance ahead of international Wear It Purple day. VU organised a series of events from August 22 to 27 designed…
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Community calendar
Lions Club The Lions Club of Point Cook meets at the Featherbrook Community Centre on the third Monday of the month at 7.30 pm. The…
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Rally against freight hub
Residents of Little River have rallied against plans for a multi-billion dollar freight hub, which they say threatens nearby grasslands and wildlife. Around 250 locals…
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New white rhino at zoo
Werribee Open Range Zoo is celebrating the birth of a southern white rhino. The 60-kilogram male calf was born in the early hours of Sunday,…
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Festival of lifelong learning
The 2024 Wyndham Learning Festival will run from September 1-7 and will feature over 60 events, curated to provide something for everybody. The Wyndham Learning…
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Future-focused farming
Bulla Park in Diggers Rest is Australia’s largest organic mushroom farm and uses indoor vertical growing and artificial intelligence-informed farming practices. Oscar Parry spoke with…
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A new plaque and tree dedicated to Vietnam veterans
A new plaque and tree dedicated to Vietnam veterans at the Post 1945 Memorial were unveiled at the Vietnam Veterans’ Day Commemoration Service at the…
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150th anniversary Ashes test to be held at the MCG
Victoria will be hosting the 150th Anniversary Men’s Ashes Test between Australia and England at the MCG. Australia and England will play the 150th Anniversary…
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Applications open for Creative Learning Partnerships program
The state government announced that applications are open for a program that links schools with artists, creative collectives, and companies in a residency project linked…
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Report estimates increased cancer rates by 2034
New data released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) revealed that in 2034, there will be an estimated 209,000 Australians diagnosed with…
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History awards open
The 2024 Victorian Community History Awards are now open for entries. There are 10 categories including Best History Publication, Article, Collaborative Project, Oral History, Community…
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Increase in drowning prompts an urgent reminder about water safety
A new research report has depicted another tragic summer, with drowning incidents in rivers, at beaches and in swimming pools, prompting urgent calls for a…
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