David Anderson works on costumes for the new show. PICTURE: Glenn Daniels.

EQUAL parts of glamour and hard work go into the dazzling designs of renowned costumier David Anderson. » more

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Costs go to dogs

Dr Graeme Smith with Lost Dogs' Home puppies needing homes. PICTURE: Angie Basdekis.

SOARING living costs are taking their toll on The Lost Dog's Home, with record low adoption rates. » more

Living Hope Family Church pastor David Holt said the group was being forced out to make way for a restaurant and office buildings on the site.

Hope put to test in Essendon
AN Essendon church group is searching for a new space after its home of 30 years was sold to a developer. » more

Shepparton's Clinton Edwards (left) meets Essendon player Scott Gumbleton in front of the mural at Windy Hill of indigenous football hero Michael Long.

Bombers host Shepparton side
FIFTY junior players from Shepparton-based indigenous Rumbalara Football/Netball Club relished the chance to play at Windy Hill. » more

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Durden knows how to Shrog 'em off
A TYPICALLY brilliant Craig Durden ride helped get Shrogginet over the line in Saturday's Dominant MacDonald Steeplechase at Moonee Valley. » more

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Jordie Albiston thinks of poetry as a living and breathing art form.
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Finding challenge in verse

JORDIE Albiston loves the mathematics of poetry. » more

N02dv402a1: Oz rock legends The Angels and the Hoodoo Gurus have booked Diamond Valley pub rockers MissAndretti as their support band. Picture: LAWRENCE PINDER N02DV402.

Proud to be pub rockers

PUB rock is loud, proud and sweaty. » more

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Strange Tales

One of the mystery road signs. For more, click on the gallery link in this article.

Langwarrin sign language

THE mystery road signs around Frankston we revealed sparked a global reaction. Read what people around the world thought about the witty installations. » more

Stolen gnomes and ornaments have taken up residence with Jan Masson at Aspendale Gardens Community Centre.

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