Various events around the Shire are taking place to mark and link the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on 25 November and International Human Rights Day on 10 December. During the intervening 16 days, people around the world unite to raise awareness about gender-based violence, challenge discriminatory attitudes, and call for…
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National Diabetes Week
From left: Kay and Fei, Dhelkaya Health Diabetes Educators. Regular checks reduce risks This National Diabetes Week (13 – 19 July), members of the Mt Alexander Diabetes Support and Information Group are encouraging people to schedule a health check today, for a healthier tomorrow. The Mount Alexander Diabetes Support and Information Group meet in the…
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Edgy Veg awards return
Food businesses, cafes and restaurants in the area: we KNOW you have delectable vegetable-based products on your menus — here is your chance to show them off! The Edgy Veg Awards are back with a month-long celebration of creativity, flavour and veg-forward food. Sign up to promote your plant-based dishes, the ones that appeal to…
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George McArthur abroad
George McArthur. In February 1886 George McArthur sailed for New Zealand aboard the SS Manipouri. He had sold his interest in the family’s local bakery to his brother Alexander and set out on his second journey around the world. In the 1860s as a young man George went to sea and worked his passage around…
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