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Big Housing Build a step forward for homeless people, but not the whole solution
Victoria’s Big Housing Build won’t solve the state’s social housing issues, a leading social housing expert said. The Victorian...
May 13, 20214 min read
Isolation brings connection—a Covid silver lining for seniors
An unexpected silver lining of Covid-19 has been an increase in the uptake of technology—and the ability to connect—for senior citizens....
May 11, 20212 min read
Post-lockdowns boost for homeschooling as anxious students choose to stay away
Many children with special needs are struggling to return to school, with parents turning to home education post-Covid-19 lockdowns....
May 7, 20212 min read
A year from the start of lockdowns, Victorian students still struggling with mental health
Twelve months on from the first lockdown and Victorian students are still struggling with the impact Covid-19 lockdowns had on their...
May 5, 20213 min read
Life’s a game at Melbourne Knowledge Week
From AR historical stories to facial scanning tabletop games, Melbourne Knowledge Week is showcasing tech start-ups and universities as...
May 2, 20214 min read
Bring back our classes, say students, as uni announces big step back to campus
Swinburne Uni students have expressed their frustration at the staggered return to campus and the continued reliance on online learning...
Apr 30, 20212 min read
We need help: Country football clubs struggling in aftermath of Covid lockdowns
After missing the 2020 season because of Covid-19, many country sports clubs face the reality that they may not survive the next 12-24...
Apr 28, 20212 min read
Hard rubbish confusion as council looks at changing the rules
Members of the Darebin community are concerned about the procedure for hard rubbish collection after a man was charged with theft for...
Apr 28, 20213 min read
Sleeping rough for a good cause
With just $10 a day, no bed and only a few essentials, Melburnians are sleeping rough for this week’s Roughin’ It Challenge....
Apr 21, 20212 min read
Yes, it’s rocket science: council to keep Hawthorn’s rocket on the launchpad
In response to public outcry, The City of Boroondara will keep the rocket playground in Hawthorn’s Central Park after proposing to remove...
Apr 17, 20212 min read
Worried about VCAT appeal: councillor’s fear over basketball legend’s mansion plans
Bayside Cr Clarke Martin says he’s “happy” with the council’s decision to reject Australian basketball legend Andrew Bogut’s plans to...
Apr 12, 20212 min read
Feast for the senses as communities gather to celebrate
The Dandenong World Fare made a triumphant return on Sunday, offering foodies the chance to eat their way through traditional street...
Mar 30, 20212 min read
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