VICTORIAN Minister for Women and Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas is celebrating the achievements and contributions of women throughout Victoria’s history with the unveiling of a powerful new mural dedicated to Aunty Margaret Tucker MBE in Footscray last week.Aunty Margaret (Lilardia) Tucker MBEA survivor of the Stolen Generations, Aunty Margaret Tucker went on to help found the Aborigines Advancement...
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Dees make their mark
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Kicking goals
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Dramatic results in SDCA
THE A grade finals are set for the Seymour District Cricket Association season, and if results are anything to go by, expect a close finals series throughout.Just one round...
Bowling semi finals hosted by Kilmore
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Exciting games to shape finals
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Festival acts announced
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Olympian helps mark skate park
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