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Long-awaited Jacksons Hill road to be built by 2029
Another decision on the Yirrangan Rd to Watsons Rd connection in Jacksons Hill has been made.…
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State budget cuts concern council officials
Hume City’s mayor Naim Kurt says he appreciates the cost-of-living relief provided in the Victorian Budget…
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Insurer tells council to take a running jump over pool repair bill
Hume City ratepayers will foot the entire half a million dollar bill for repairs to the…
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Forums explore barriers to reporting racism
Two forums exploring racial discrimination in Hume, based on the findings of a community survey, are…
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Victoria Police community sentiment survey
How are the police doing? Now’s your chance to give feedback directly to Victoria Police as…
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Public question time at Hume Council
Among the questions put to Hume City Council by residents on Monday 29 April covered Sunbury's…
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Tougher oversight laws coming for Hume Council
Those running Hume City Council may have to lift their game with legislation to improve council…
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Call for more support to tackle family violence
Those working with women facing domestic violence received support from Sunbury councillor Jack Medcraft this week.
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Changes planned for housing rules
This is the final week of consultation on proposed changes to planning policies by Hume City…
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Asbestos found at council reserve play area
Seabrook Reserve in Broadmeadows is under Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) investigation after asbestos contamination was discovered…
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Minister invited to explain poor state of social housing
The poor condition of some State-owned houses in Hume has caught the attention of city councillors.…
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Diggers Rest level crossings latest
The final designs of the new road bridges that will remove two level crossings in Diggers…
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Pokie players lose record $139m as club tax breaks called into question
Despite Hume City Council adopting a gambling harm minimisation policy in 2019, to reduce the amount…
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Why there’s no sun shades at council playgrounds
Among the questions put to Hume City Council by ratepayers at its meeting on Monday 15…
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Councillors vote to keep accounts hidden
A request by Sunbury councillor Trevor Dance that Hume City Council publish a line-by-line list of…
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$10,000 fine – Hume City Council pleads guilty following workplace injury
Hume City Council was sentenced without conviction and ordered to pay a fine of $10,000 plus…
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Fly tipping – it’s rubbish in any language
Apparent confusion over who can use the council’s free tip passes was cleared up last week…
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Questions over confidential documents continue
Public question time at Hume City Council brought its advisory body – the audit & risk…
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Council to explore 24/7 libraries
Hume City Council is to investigate 24/7 library services. The decision follows a request by mayor…
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Court date for building waste complaint
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has laid six charges against Frontlink Pty Ltd and company director…
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