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Join the race to support the Royal Children’s Hospital 

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Melbourne’s most iconic fun run, the Herald Sun/Transurban Run for the Kids, returns on Sunday, 6 April 2025.
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Sons of the West celebrates 10 years of changing lives

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By Adiba Mohammed For the past decade the Sons of the West program has empowered men across Melbourne’s west to take control of their health...
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Kingsville Cricket Club looking toward a bright future

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Get inspired by the perseverance and community-driven spirit of Kingsville Cricket Club. Learn about the club's comeback in the 2024/2025 season.
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Gambling negatively impacting more young people on and off the sporting fields

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Footy clubs in Melbourne's West are addressing mental health challenges triggered by gambling and drug and alcohol issues. Learn more about the support provided by Outside the Locker Room.
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Sunshine Heights U12 team triumphs in thrilling grand final victory

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Sunshine Heights U12 team defies odds to secure grand final victory. Despite challenges and a rotating roster, their determination led to an unforgettable performance.
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The role of tennis clubs for migrant families and intergenerational fun

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Sporting clubs like tennis clubs offer ways to promote community engagement and offer a unique platform for fostering unity. This is crucial for immigrants who have no or very few extended families for support. 
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Local team Spring Hills FC takes Las Vegas by storm!

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The Spring Hills FC girls’ under 17s soccer team from Caroline Springs, recently competed in the Albion Las Vegas Memorial Cup in the USA. Traveling to Las Vegas to compete against international teams, the girls showcased their skills and spirit, finishing an impressive third out of nine teams. The excitement of playing in another country was palpable among the team members.
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Westward bound: Dominica’s Daughters of the West journey ignites community spirit 

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Inner-West, where the rhythm of daily life echoes the diverse heartbeats of family life, a remarkable story of personal transformation and community-minded dedication unfolds.  Domenica, known affectionately as 'Dom' to her friends and 'Mum' to her teenagers, embarked on a 10-week journey with Daughters of the West that has spurred her on from the living room couch, in pursuit of opportunities to make a tangible difference in the community.  Dom’s path to the Daughters of the West program was inspired by her husband's positive experiences with the Western Bulldogs Community Foundation’s Sons of the West program.

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