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Teen chef has the golden touch
BOX Hill teenager Michelle Lukman has wowed the MasterChef Australia judges with one of the most audacious dishes ever created on the show.
Special courts to tackle family violence
THREE specialist family violence courts at Frankston, Moorabbin and Heidelberg will be set up as part of the Andrews Government’s $1.9b plan to tackle family violence across the state.
Police hunt shopping centre pervert
POLICE are hunting a man who stalked and exposed himself to a woman in Cranbourne last month.
Teacher in court on child sex charges
A TEACHER from Beaconhills College in Berwick has appeared in court charged with offences relating to a student aged under 16.
Junkies and drunks plague ‘Little Africa’
TRADERS in Footscray’s “Little Africa” shopping mall have pleaded for help to tackle issues with drug and alcohol abuse that are scaring customers away.
Road-under-rail a ‘done deal’ at crossing
THE road under rail option for the Buckley St level crossing removal is a foregone conclusion, a public forum in Moonee Ponds has been told — sparking accusations the process was a ‘waste of time’. WATCH
Fireball launch for smithies’ festival
IT might be a forgotten trade, but some of the world’s best blacksmiths will converge on Melbourne this month to celebrate all things metal.
Man’s illegal brothel safety fears
A CROYDON North man fears women are being exploited at illegal brothels masquerading as massage parlours in Melbourne’s outer east after he went to one for a back massage and was offered sex.
Chilly reception for young swimmers
A POPULAR Boronia public pool has been forced to cancel swimming lessons because the water is too cold.
Market shift Changing face of property demand
HOUSE and land packages have never been more in demand, but there are signs some buyers are shifting focus to apartment living.
Cool conversion Converted warehouse tops seven figures
WAREHOUSE conversions are more often seen in the inner north than beachside. But a rare example by the bay has found a new owner in no time.
Classic charm Heathmont home sold in 60 bids
A BIDDING battle that attracted 60 offers has helped a charming Heathmont house to a $1.165 million sale.
Huge reward $100,000 a year for Ferntree Gully investment
A FERNTREE Gully investment property made almost $100,000 a year for the past two years, after it sold for $765,000.
FFA Cup soccer Rivals unite behind Rexhepi’s cause
FFA Cup foes Hume City and North Sunshine Eagles will join forces to combat cancer during their fixture on Wednesday night.
Lawn bowls Lester gets on a roll
ACE lawn bowler Barrie Lester wins the state singles and champion of champions titles, and has been named in the Australian team for the Trans Tasman series against New Zealand.
Evodia skin care gifts for Mother’s Day
EVODIA’S range of fragrances and body care products might be the perfect Mother’s Day gift for your mum. Leader has 20 Evodia Victoria Rose packs valued at $95 each to give away!
Wouldn’t it be loverley?
DIRECTED by Julie Andrews, My Fair Lady comes to the Regent Theatre in May. Leader has 10 double passes to the Wednesday, May 24 performance to give away!
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