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Our business: Community Involvement; Community Foundation; Community Support; Our Heritage; Legal; Competition Terms and Conditions; Environmental policy framework; Social media house rules; Privacy Charter; Media Releases; Federal Budget delivers important infrastructure for Victorians says RACV; Ban on regular unleaded will cost Victorians more with little benefit; Greater education and added bike lanes are a more practical solution; Dangerous and distressed roads a matter of public safety; RACV offers chance to be coached by the best; Landlord insurance claims pour in after storm; RACV’s Noosa Resort gets environmental stamp of approval; RACV wants ‘zero’ Easter road fatalities again this year; RACV Noosa Resort voted Best Hotel in Queensland by its guests; RACV continues tradition of helping veterans attend ANZAC march; RACV makes an investment in Collaborate a peer-to-peer marketplace; Rail investment big win for regional Victorians; Boost to roads and regional rail good for Victorians; RACV to recognise local heroes in the netball community; The safety benefits of not moving children to seatbelts too early; Road usage study highlights path to reform; AAA welcomes ACCC action against Volkswagen Group; One in three used cars FAIL on safety; RACV urges the State and Federal governments to fix the Monash Freeway; Blockages the most common home emergency; Rail Safety Week kicks off across Australia and New Zealand; CREP report card: ISOFIX child restraints not always the best option; Vehicle emissions AAA puts top sellers to real-world tests; RACV wants the Punt Road Clearway extended; Overheating laptops a fire risk, warns RACV; Cold snaps dire for diesel drivers, says RACV; Fire Awareness Awards Now Open; ALPG media release; RACV and ALPG form exciting new relationship to advance womens golf; Approaching arctic blast poses driver danger warns RACV; Vital North East Link a step closer; RACV goes wild about new community partner; RACV contributes to new Cobram library; Avoid the battery blues this winter; Election 2016: Action on Victoria's priority road & transport projects; Melbourne commuters still see red over city's choking congestion; RACV Torquay Resort a hit with newlyweds; Footy season brings risk to windscreens; RACV establishes partnership with FareShare; RACV & Melbourne's Recital Centre Heads To Regional Victoria; Road and rail investment key to Victoria's liveability; May worst month for collisions warns RACV; The Federal Budget Misses Long Term Transport Agenda; Safe driving campaign; Road toll spike Victoria going the wrong way on road safety; RACV welcomes substantial transport infrastructure spend; Caution needed in setting targets for CO2 standards for light cars; RACV applauds Victorias commitment to the Western Distributor project; Federal Government's commitment to Victorian infrastructure projects; Landlords hit by surge in malicious property damage; RACV study supports reinstating 70kmh speed limit along Bell Street; Expect the unexpected while travelling abroad says RACV; Deter unwanted visitors this Easter holiday; Autumn action could prevent home disasters; Many regional fuel retailers still ripping off motorists; Savvy seniors explore the world safely; RACV warns students of peak collision times; Australia's Best Cars Announced; RACV On Track Survey Results reveal issues and concerns; RACV welcomes the ban on discount fuel boards; TripAdvisor ranks RACV Torquay Resort in Top 25 hotels; RACV and VTA say Missing North East Link must be built now; Aussie PGA to attract world's best with marquee date; RACV welcomes landmark Infrastructure plan; RACV Junior Masters the ideal curtain-raiser; RACV Cape Schanck Resort redevelopment a boost for the local area; RACV welcomes Chandler Highway upgrade; Shortlist of 2015 Australia's Best Cars finalists released; Canadian star Brooke Henderson to light up RACV Ladies Masters; RACV announces new Managing Director and CEO; RACV urges caravan owners to stay safe this summer; Kitchen the winter house fire hot spot; RACV urges young drivers to take care; RACV shines a light on blocked toilets drains and pipes; Be prepared the first rule of travel; Risk of animal collisions increases warns RACV; RACV Car Share launched in the heart of Melbourne; One-metre rule for vehicles overtaking cyclists; Road and rail will be the big winners in the Port of Melbourne lease; Local community groups strike gold as RACV digs deep; Choking congestion turns more commuters red; RACV welcomes move to fix one of Redspots repeat offenders; Projects spot on congestion tax not on says RACV; Rural economies gear up for bike ride boost; Storm damage risk hots up; Older Victorians need support to transition to a non-driving lifestyle; Safer roads to help fix the road toll, says RACV; Helping motorists understand the connected car; Don't become a statistic this spring RACV urges motorcyclists; RACV welcomes 1-8b for roads in Melbournes west; Spring into action to avoid legal limbo homebuyers urged; The Xmas safety warning for hover boards, scooters & unicycles; RACV Royal Pines in great shape for PGA Championship; RACV Royal Pines Resort takes gold at the Queensland Tourism awards; RACV assistance patrols kept busy 24-7; Prepare now for imminent fire season urges RACV; Good Cycles providing jobs and keeping blue bikes on the road in CBD; New Zealands Number 1 man to make Australian PGA debut; Sadlowski and Tighe to be a big hit at RACV Royal Pines Resort; Holman ready to defend title that launched his career; Day wins second Greg Norman Medal; City commuters can pull up their socks with RACV Bike Share; Australian Taxation Offices Report of Entity Information; Road trauma data funding an important step towards safer roads; QLD team wins RACV Energy Breakthrough Challenge; North East Link planning needed now says RACV; North East Link a critical transport project says RACV; Vehicle emissions tests reveal real-world performance; Big names sign up for RACV Gold Coast Challenge; South-east home invasions soar by 40 per cent; Keep your cool during holiday season road closures; RACV there for storm-affected Victorians; The heat is on: Check Keys – Check Kids; Interns take first step on golden career paths; Interns ride the first wave of career success; RACV warning on scammers; RACV alerts motorists to rogue trolleys in car parks; Road toll spike: Road safety must be top priority; Don't let home emergencies get in the way this Australia Day; State and federal review critical to reduce road toll; RACV Noosa and Torquay resorts take out multiple industry awards; Parents confused about child car seat safety RACV research reveals; Australia’s Best Cars winners announced; ACCC investigation to ensure competitive and fair fuel pricing; RoyalAuto wins major journalism award; Victoria’s driving age should remain 18, says RACV; Federal Budget delivers important infrastructure for Victorians; RACV urges all new vehicles come with autonomous emergency brakes; Changes to the NSW Emergency Services Levy; Prepare your homes and reduce your energy bills this winter; Victoria's regional roads are in dire condition; It costs more to drive, but motorists can beat the rise; The rail boost we had to have; Fire Awareness Awards up for grabs; Long supported Metro Tunnel gets underway; RACV ramps up pressure to replace defective airbags; RACV Energy Compare empowers Victorians to save on bills without handing over personal information; RACV supports Sustainable House Day to encourage Victorians to live more sustainably; Student chefs to be served a taste of the industry at RACV Torquay Resort; Tour, taste and toast at RACV Torquay Resort’s first Wedding Open Day; Five-star safety rating for many used cars, without breaking the bank; RACV’s electric-powered bicycle trial is a first for Victoria; The car is driving less youth: RACV; RACV wants to see Victoria back On Track; Check keys Check Kids during hotter than average summer; RACV discovers new housing estates among Melbourne’s top ten crime spots; PGA tournaments coming to Victorian RACV Resorts; RACV advises be alert for wildlife on rural roads this summer; RACV reveals top 10 single items stolen in Victoria; Tullamarine Freeway trial a win for Victorians; RACV pleased to see action finally being taken by Federal Government in Takata airbag issue to ensure public safety; Melbourne start-up Landchecker and RACV collaborate to shake up homebuying experience; RACV says extra safety precautions required as Victorians head away this Easter; Relief planned for suburban stations; Caulfield-Rowville link on the right track; Airport Rail Link a must; RACV Cape Schanck Resort to host Victorian PGA Championship; RACV backs smarter use of our resources; Regional roads finally getting the attention they deserve; RACV’s report being noticed – Suburban growing pains to be eased; Victorian Budget a win for public transport and roads; Commonwealth Budget to boost infrastructure – but not in any hurry; Commuters see RED as most congested roads revealed; RACV invests in Chargefox to build an ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging network across Australia; Victorians still feel unsafe despite crime rates falling; RACV reveals roadmap for cycling superhighways; RACV reveals Victoria's best and worst boat ramps; Chargefox and RACV helping EV drivers move around the state; iBuildNew and RACV to simplify property buying and building; RACV launches an Australian-first commuter app; Fuel prices increases car ownership expenses in 2019; RACV On Track survey 2019 launched; RACV goes green with help from Red Energy; RACV announces Australia's Best Cars for 2019; Melbourne remains second most expensive city for transport; RACV releases 2019 Burglary Statistics report; RACV Community Foundation 2020 grant round closing soon; Victorian homeowners urged to check security tech; RACV stats show batteries also don't like Mondays; RACV saving three kids a day from locked cars; Now is the best time to buy a new car; MotoCAP wins international safety award; Christmas tree transport tips from RACV; RACV and CFA urge Victorian homeowners to get bushfire ready; RACV supporting families in need this Christmas; RACV acquires one of Victoria’s largest solar companies; RACV calling for national legalisation of e-scooters; RACV urges road users to have a safe holiday season; RACV warns holidaymakers to be bushfire aware; Australia's largest EV charging network expands to Moe, VIC; Summer weather brings RACV warning about pets in cars; Members impacted by bushfires urged to contact RACV Insurance; Reduced visibility prompts RACV warning; RACV Member Advice on Bushfire Insurance Claims and Roadside Assistance Services; RACV calls on Victorian government to trial minimum passing distance rule to protect cyclists; Board Election FAQs; Julie Green Candidate Statement; Janice Munt Candidate Statement; Greg Robinson Candidate Statement; David Whiting Candidate Statement

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