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17 Feb 2026...The new Footscray Hospital is one of Victoria’s biggest health infrastructure projects, and brings care closer to home for Melbourne’s west.
16 Feb 2026...For the second year in a row, public health services have maintained success in offering healthy food and drink options.
12 Feb 2026...A network of specialist clinicians, community organisations and Family and Reproductive Rights Education Program workers deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed care, education and prevention activities.
03 Feb 2026...People heading to Victoria’s Pride Street Party on Sunday, 8 February 2026 will have access to free, legal and confidential pill testing.
28 Jan 2026...Victoria is making a significant investment to enhance mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) supports that aim to keep young people connected to their communities and away from the justice system.
27 Jan 2026...The Women's Health Research Catalyst Grants program is being delivered as part of the Victorian Government's $153.9 million Women's Health and Wellbeing package, aiming to change the way women's health issues are treated in Victoria.
20 Jan 2026...Frankston Hospital becomes Peninsula University Hospital as the largest health infrastructure project ever built in Melbourne’s south-east opens.
15 Jan 2026...To help protect the community, free mpox vaccination is available for a limited time at participating pharmacies across Victoria - without consultation-related fees.
05 Jan 2026...As Victoria heads into warmer months, prepare yourself for extreme heat.
30 Dec 2025...Summer may feel like a late start, but holiday season has come with or without the sun. Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of this time of year.

Reviewed 17 February 2026

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