Tag: News
A big win for disability inclusion
Maya Pinn wears many different hats but they all have one thing in common - using her own experience to help others.
The Narre Warren...
Casey celebrates 15 years of safe driving
The City of Casey’s learner driver mentorship program celebrated its 15th anniversary in April by adding two new vehicles.
Casey’s chair of administrators Noelene Duff...
New park in Clyde North
A new neighbourhood park has opened within the fast-growing Smiths Lane community in Clyde North.
Located on 35 Burnbank Parade, Lacey Park is the third...
Extra screening to save lives
Victorian newborns will now be screened for two additional rare but serious health conditions.
The move is designed to help identify babies at risk of...
Low milk supply links
Low breast milk supply is being linked with low breast growth during pregnancy in a new study.
La Trobe University researchers led a survey of...
Hospital dental delay leaves kids in pain
Thousands of kids are hospitalised unnecessarily every year for oral health conditions that are entirely preventable - and the Australian Dental Association says the...
Indian language boost
More schools will soon offer Hindi and Punjabi language studies at VCE.
Education Minister Ben Carroll in March announced language programs were rolling out at...
Dinosaurs roar to life
A unique dinosaur experience is coming to life across Victoria.
Four encounters within specially-created natural habitats are open at Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo,...
Free breakfast for all government schools
All Victorian government school students will soon receive free, nutritious breakfasts for the first time.
Premier Jacinta Allan and Education Minister Ben Carroll announced $21.1...
Farm’s accessibility boost
Visitor numbers are booming at Myuna Farm, and it’s now even more accessible.
The upgraded Pavilion has ramp access, a Changing Places all-abilities toilet, a...
ADHD can be an asset
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder in children and adolescents and affects about one in 20 children in Australia.
It...
Jump! into the pool this winter
As the temperatures drop and winter sets in, it’s tempting to stay bundled up indoors, but don’t let the chilly weather put a freeze...