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Funding pledges for the South East
As the Labor and Liberal parties desperately try to win votes in the South-East, they have promised funding to a swathe of community groups, sports…
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Federation University in support of Dutton’s international student policy
Federation University’s vice-chancellor and president, Duncan Bently, has welcomed the Coalition’s proposed international student policy, as criticisms soared against the capping of international student intake…
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Expert says new townhouse code could do more for outer suburbs
As the State’s new planning standards for townhouses and low-rise apartments remove the requirements for developments to align with the neighbourhood character, an urban planning…
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Early voting begins next week
Early voting for the federal election will begin next week, providing an easy opportunity for many to miss the line on election day. After Easter…
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ABC’s ’forum for everyone’ in Berwick, fairness in debate
Discussion on the housing crisis and the cost-of-living pressures hit Berwick’s streets once more, this time with Parliament’s officials and experts weighing in on it.…
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Casey’s 2025 Community Award winners announced
2025 Casey Community Awards winners were announced and this year, two residents took out the top honour of Citizen of the Year. Anthony Hanna and…
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Casey ratepayers to face rates rise and waste charge hike
Casey ratepayers are expected to face an average of 3 per cent rate increase and 12 per cent waste service charge increase in the next…
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Springvale South man charged with 21-year-old’s murder
A man has been charged with murder after the death of a 21-year-old man in Endeavour Hills this month. Emergency services were called to reports…
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Third man arrested over alleged $25m arsons
Three men have been arrested as part of a police investigation into two alleged factory arsons causing $25 million in damage. Police say the fires…
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Federal election 2025: Hotham candidates’ survey
The safe Labor seat of Hotham has been held by Housing and Homelessness Minister Clare O’Neil since 2013. On the ballot order for the upcoming…
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Noble Park comes together for ANZAC day service
In anticipation of ANZAC Day, the Noble Park RSL hosted a service to commemorate Australians and New Zealanders who served the nations. Close to 200…
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Pair injured in Moorabbin helicopter crash
A helicopter pilot and passenger were injured after their aircraft crashed at Moorabbin Airport. Firefighters found the helicopter crashed and leaking fuel by the side…