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Scientists saving the critically endangered Frankston Spider-orchid
Scientists from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria and La Trobe University introduced the critically endangered Frankston Spider-orchid back into the wild in native bushland in Melbourne’s…
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Behind the walls of Victoria’s prisons – what life is really like for the people who work there
Ever wondered what it’s like to work in prison? Most people have a very particular idea – high walls, long and dark corridors and heavy…
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Sweet celebrations
Lovers of Krispy Kreme’s original glazed doughnuts were in for a treat last week, as the first store in Victoria celebrated 18 years of operation…
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Hybycozo to light up the Casey Winter Arts Festival
The City of Casey’s Winter Arts Festival is in full swing, and some of the best events are yet to come. Running throughout June and…
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Casey’s young writers celebrate after awarding ceremony
The 18 winners of the 2024 Fresh Words Competition were announced on Wednesday 19 June, where young writers from across Casey were joined by their…
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Four boys arrested after cross-city car chase
Four boys from the South East have been arrested after a car was followed by police across Melbourne. Police say they were alerted an attempted…
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Celebrating AV’s Motorcycle Paramedics
Ambulance Victoria (AV) is showcasing its highly trained Motorcycle Unit in recognition of World Motorcycle Day on 21 June. Specialist Resources Manager Joshua Tait said…
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Making rental homes safer for children
The State Government has purposed all rental properties in Victoria will be safer for children with consultation underway for a new rental minimum standard for…
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Jailed for partner’s fatal bashing
A man who collected takeaway pizza after viciously bashing his partner to death has been jailed for at least 11 years. Robert Rickerby, 30, pleaded…
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Plea for assistance in locating stolen vehicle
A Cranbourne East resident, Simone, is urgently seeking the community’s help in locating her car, which was stolen from her property driveway earlier this week.…
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Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade to complete major works early
The Narre Warren-Cranbourne Road Upgrade is set to complete major works in August, a year ahead of schedule. Originally scheduled for completion in mid-2025, the…
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Brushes to canvases – the work goes on with upcoming exhibition
With brushes to canvases and spirits high, the Berwick Artists’ Society gathered at the Old Cheese Factory on Thursday 20 June, as they hold the…












