DESPITE the challenging economic climate, the local community has come together in an extraordinary show of unity and generosity, raising an incredible $153,500 towards the record-breaking total of $23,882,000 for the Children’s Hospital Good Friday appeal.This remarkable effort is a testament to the enduring spirit, resilience, and compassion that defines our region.Every dollar raised carries a story of families...
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Saddle Up for the Puckapunyal Cup
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From the Boundary with Ray Carroll: April 22, 2025
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Eagles crash to red-hot Blues
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Words of wisdom: April 22, 2025
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ANZAC Day services
ANZAC Day services will be held around the district to commemorate those who served.In Doreen, the RSL will hold their ANZAC Day dawn service at the corner of Painted Hills Road and Armidale Road,...
Sport Award nomination for McNaughton
DOREEN local Scott McNaughton has been rewarded for his work within NRL Victoria, nominated for the Administrator of the Year in the Victorian Sport Awards for 2024.McNaughton, who is the Operations Manager for NRL...
Optus brings in new 5G towers
Local residents across Whittlesea will enjoy the benefits of Optus fast-tracking its 5G network rollout, thanks to recent upgrades that include the activation of 5G on an existing site bringing the total number of...
Plenty happening at Probus
The Combined Probus Club of Whittlesea has been active over the past months.President Greg Eddy recently inducted Kingsley Durdin who has been a regular visitor to meetings and attended the recent Probus day trip...