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Green light for $95m harbour revamp
A DEVELOPER who gained approval for the $95 million expansion of a peninsula boat harbour has slammed government bureaucracy for years of delay.
Estate slammed over footpaths, flooding
AN AWARD-WINNING government-designed estate in Melbourne’s southeast has come under fire from residents for its narrow streets, no footpaths, flooding and lack of parking.
Garden cultivates careers in plants
A NEW community garden at a school in Melbourne’s outer east isn’t just for the kids — parents will be offered the chance to do TAFE horticulture classes too.
Dad’s job plea for rejected autistic teen
AFTER seeing his autistic son endure months of rejection, desperate dad Adam Davis has issued a passionate plea for employers to give the 15-year-old a chance.
Cuddly mascot eases VCE stress
A FURRY visitor has helped put a “paws” on exam stress for VCE students at its namesake high school in Melbourne’s northwest.
Parking win could open floodgates
A WOMAN who was fined $78 after parking for two minutes in a half-hour spot has won her appeal — and may have opened the way for others to launch challenges.
Residents say hoons and trucks making life hell
PEOPLE living on a busy road in Melbourne’s northwest say their pleas for action over hoons and noisy trucks have been ignored for decades.
Watch out for Skippy on the roads
DRIVERS in Melbourne’s outer east have been urged to take caution on the roads after a spike in kangaroo sightings near traffic.
Planning fight over prized pocket
A GROUP battling overdevelopment in Melbourne’s outer east wants greater protections for an established residential area.
Circus promises to be a suspense thriller
THE Women’s Circus is going back to its roots as a group for survivors of domestic violence as it celebrates its 25th anniversary with a special performance.
Man of stone’s generous heart
A RETIRED stonemason will give 173 children buried in unmarked graves at a country cemetery their identities back, carving headstones for tombs dating back to 1861.
Stillbirth family aims to help others
THIS couple from Melbourne’s inner east will mark the first birthday of their late son by raising money and awareness about stillbirths.
Dog high jump one of the highlights
EVEN dogs can get in on the action at next weekend’s Lilydale Show, with a dog high jump event added for the first time.
All hands on deck for course preparation
THERE will be no shortage of attention to detail at Kingston Heath this month when the best golfers on the planet hit town for the World Cup.
Fashionable shoplifters on the prowl
“WELL-DRESSED” women are among the shoppers suspected of thieving, following a spate of store thefts in Melbourne’s east.
Clever duo fuels production
DR Rebecca Yee and Dale Barnet met while studying chemical engineering at university. Now the pair run an award-winning biodiesel company in Dandenong South.
Taxman aims high for charity
WHEN it comes to fundraising, Martin Kowalczyk and his team of ‘Uncanny Taxmen’ are aiming very high indeed!
Family home of 70 years sells for $780,000
A COLOURFUL yet dilapidated Coburg home has won the hearts of a young couple who will renew the home that had been in the one family for 70 years.
Artist makes a statement
WHEN artist Stephen Clendinnen heard about the death of an asylum seeker in Dandenong, he wanted to ensure the man’s story was not forgotten.
Model dogs grace rescue calendar
SOME of Victoria’s most photogenic rescue dogs will grace the pages of a calendar in the new year, in the hope of helping their fellow pups find a forever home.
Warm, wet spring fuels fire risk
A GREATER risk of bushfire has been predicted in Melbourne’s east, with residents warned to prepare for an above-average fire season after a warm, wet spring.
Double amputee shares tale of survival
A FOOTY trip infection left Mike Rolls unconscious for five weeks, with a slim chance of survival. Now the double amputee is using his adversity to inspire others.
Gutsy teen rises above the bullies
WHEN Monique fell down the stairs at her school, bullies spread photos of it rather than help her. But the 13-year-old has fought back, writing a book to raise awareness and assist fellow victims.
Pleas for red light light camera probe
A NOTORIOUS suburban red light camera which is the highest grossing in the state should be investigated by the Road Safety Camera Commissioner, frustrated drivers say.
Are you missing out on free dental care?
A WHOPPING 70 per cent of families whose children are eligible for free dental care haven’t taken up the offer — and it’s affecting the kids’ health, according to an expert.
Relief for Dolphins as debt slashed
THE ailing Frankston Dolphins Football Club has received a massive boost, with the State Government waiving a huge chunk of its debt.
Call to return lost cash
MORELAND groups are still short of more than $30,000 of their money being held by the Federal Government despite calls to give it back to the community.
Dusty stars join #SnapMelbourne
A LIT up city laneway, a plate of dumplings, great wine and great friends in a tiny bar — that would be actor Virginia Gay’s snapshot of Melbourne life.
Liberals’ Casey police promise
A COALITION government would inject a further 1900 police officers into Victoria, providing a major boost to the southeast, Liberal leader Matthew Guy promised this week.
Competitions
Competition Check into Crown and check out the Legends in Concert
DIRECT from Las Vegas, Legends in Concert is coming to The Palms at Crown in January. Leader has one major prize including accommodation at Crown Promenade plus five runner-up prizes to give away.
Competition Spectacular Christmas fun!
SANTA’S Christmas Spectacular comes to Sandown Racecourse on November 27, and Greater Dandenong, Moorabbin, Mordialloc Chelsea and Monash Leader each have five family passes each to give away!
Competition Taste the best of Melbourne
THE 2016 Taste of Melbourne Festival is on at Pelican Lawn at Albert Park Lake from November 10 to 13. Leader has three major VIP prizes and 20 runner-up prizes to give away.
Competition Winners: Santa’s Magical Kingdom family passes
SANTA’s Magical Kingdom is on at Caulfield Racecourse from November 18 to December 23, and 15 Leader families have won passes to this enchanting interactive Christmas experience!
