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Man charged over Preston car fire
A MAN has been arrested and charged after a suspicious fire that destroyed a car in Melbourne’s north last month.
Aussie Chopperoos take gold
A LUMBERJACK from Melbourne’s east will return home a world record holder after helping his Australian teammates to a third straight world title.
Former ABC studios hit the market
THE ABC has put its Elsternwick property on the market as productions move to its new Southbank studios.
Tribute to Long Tan soldiers
A SPECIAL ceremony to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan in the Vietnam War left attendees “deeply moved” last Tuesday.
Muslim activist considers Aziz action
A MUSLIM activist says he is considering legal action against newly-elected Casey mayor Sam Aziz after an email was made public on Cr Aziz’s Facebook page early this month.
Education key to innovation says PM
AUSTRALIANS need to be at the forefront of innovation to be successful in the 21st Century, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull says.
Where giant wombats once roamed
A NEW dig at a site where giant wombats, kangaroos and marsupial lions once thrived is part of the Lancefield Megafauna Festival.
Drug trafficker sentenced to 10 months
A DRUG trafficker from Melbourne’s southeast, with a 14-page rap sheet, has been sentenced to ten months behind bars.
Storytime dogs unleash literacy fun
STUDENTS at a Sunbury school love reading tales to Stumpy, a three-legged dog who is a paw-fect storytime buddy.
Shrine statue stays with Attwood vendors in pre-auction sale
AN ATTWOOD home, which included a Virgin Mary shrine, has sold two days prior to auction for $771,500.
‘You’re not alone’
JULIE Stobo never imagined she’d go from being on the receiving end of a perinatal depression and anxiety helpline to the one dialling the number.
Crowds flock to Dandy Show
A BUMPER Dandenong Show was greeted by fine weather and crowds at the weekend.
Pop-up piano pitches happiness to commuters
A MYSTERIOUS piano has left commuters scratching their heads as to where it’s come from.
First independent mayor likely
HELEN Davidson is tipped to become Moreland’s first independent mayor tonight.
Islamic group working on new mosque plan
NARRE WARREN North’s controversial mosque is back on the agenda.
Map helping women take back streets
WOMEN across Melbourne are reclaiming the streets with a new online interactive map to share their unsafe experiences.
Hayden’s fight not over yet
HAYDEN Clements won’t let the tumour growing in his brain stop him from doing the things he loves.
Frock up for polo fun in the valley
THE Yarra Valley Polo Clubis holding a Christmas tournament and inviting people to watch the talent — animal and human — battle it out in style.
Long wait for housing after fire loss
THE community is rallying to help a family who lost everything in a Broadmeadows house fire, as it has emerged they face a possible five-year wait for public housing.
Sisters in crime on a St Kilda spree
SOME of Australia’s most respected female crime writers will share the tricks of their trade at a one-day “crime spree” in St Kilda this week.
Cyber expert warns of schoolies drug danger
BUYING illicit mail-order drugs online could be the scourge of schoolies celebrations, according to a cyber security expert who has urged parents to be vigilant.
Seeing Melbourne in a neighbourly light
THERE’S something about Melbourne that shines through in photographs, Neighbours star Colette Mann says.
Dodgy sparky leaves $11,000 mess
A COUPLE from Melbourne's north has been left $11,000 out of pocket by a dodgy electrician who plundered their savings to wire their home while unlicensed.
Relief in sight for outer east drivers
COMMUTERS on two of the Melbourne’s most congested roads may soon have cause to rejoice after plans to get traffic moving quicker were announced.
Homeowners plan to take Mirvac to court
ANGRY residents of an estate in Melbourne’s east are set to take a developer to court over controversial overhead powerlines.
Massive hospital expansion gets the nod
CABRINI Hospital has been given the green light by VCAT to build a $120 million, eight-storey extension despite council and residents’ objections.
State’s apartment standards fall flat
THE State Government’s proposed guidelines for new minimum standards for apartments have been criticised for not going far enough by a council in Melbourne’s inner east.
Chess tyro one step ahead
CHESS is a game of skill, craft and outwitting your opponent that many adults struggle to master, but for 10-year-old Brandon Soetanto it’s child’s play.
Dining out serves a vital cause
HEADING out for a meal this month? Pick one of these venues, add a couple of dollars extra to your bill and you’ll be helping Melbourne’s homeless.
Competitions
Competition Win family passes to KOOZA by Cirque du Soleil
KOOZA by Cirque du Soleil comes to Flemington Racecourse in January. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic – Leader has four family passes to give away!
Competition Join Barbie for a party at Fantastic Furniture, Maribyrnong
Fantastic Furniture in Maribyrnong is hosting a Barbie Party on Saturday, November 26, and Leader readers are invited to join in the fun. We have three Barbie prizes packs to give away!
Competition Gallop in to win Equitana Melbourne prizes
THE world of horses returns to the Melbourne Showgrounds for Equitana 2016, a four-day horse spectacular! Leader has eight family general admission passes to give away. Giddy up!
Competition Check in at 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.
