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House fire in Deanside

Fire crews attended a house fire in Deanside on Monday morning. Triple-0 received phone calls about the fire in Dalmore Street about 10.38am. The first Fire...

Draft budget focused on roads

Road maintenance and reconstruction is front and centre of Moorabool council's draft 2024-25 budget. Council adopted the proposed budget during its meeting on May 1,...

Man charged following collision in Melton West

A 32-year-old man following a collision in Melton West on Sunday. It is alleged a bus collided with a motorcycle on High Street about 4.15pm. The...

ADHD app wins

University student Mason Cao has won Apple’s WWDC24 Swift Student Challenge, for the creation of his an app designed to help those with ADHD. The...

Community volunteers bring galactic cheer out west

The Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s (JKWC) hospital was buzzing with excitement on May 2, as it played host to a special visit from...

Empowering women apprentices in male dominated roles

More apprentice opportunities for women are set to become available in roles traditionally dominated by males throughout Victoria. Human services provider Advanced Personnel Management (APM)...

New paramedics celebrate graduation

More than 30 Graduate Ambulance Paramedics (GAPs) across Victoria had reason to celebrate yesterday, having officially become Advanced Life Support (ALS) paramedics alongside family...

RDNL interleague side named

The Riddell District Netball League's next generation will lead the way as the league takes on Southern Netball League on Saturday. In a return to...

Storm lock in coaching panel

Sydenham-Hillside has locked in a panel that will guide it even further in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association. Having announced Tallan Wright as head cricket...

Georgies get third win

Caroline Springs George Cross continues to fight through the tough times in the Victorian Premier League 1 competition. Having had an up and down season...

Warriors fade badly

Consistency continues to be a focus for the Western Warriors after another disappointing loss on Friday night against the Wilson Storage Southern Saints in...

Craven gets win 1000

Prominent horseman Matthew Craven launched the meeting with a personal milestone when he chalked up his 1000th win in the sulky behind Heza Son...

Centrals break through

Melton Centrals went back to what worked from them last season as it turned to the table to get their first win of the...

Downsize to a bigger life at Lifestyle Communities

Lifestyle Communities is a world where downsizing your home means upgrading to a more vibrant life filled with unlimited possibilities. The Lifestyle Communities team...

Why custom mouthguards matter to prevent dental injuries

Last week, I had a great time meeting with the Bacchus Marsh Football and Netball team. It was inspiring to see the community come...

The IPC Health Care Finder Service can help you find the care you need!

Would you like assistance with daily tasks to help you stay in your home for longer? Are you struggling to understand and access aged...

Downsize to a bigger life at Lifestyle Communities

Lifestyle Communities is a world where downsizing your home means upgrading to a more vibrant life filled with unlimited possibilities. The Lifestyle Communities team...

Dr Farooq leading the way in dentistry and gender equality

Dr Saba Farooq, a local dentist and owner of Main Street Dental Practice Bacchus Marsh, celebrates International Women’s Day (IWD) by reflecting on its...

Orthotropics – early intervention orthodontics for growing jaws

Orthotropics is the discipline of developing correct growth in children via non-invasive means. The ideal age for patients to start treatment is between 3-6...

Dog down under competition opens

The search has begun for Australia’s oldest, heroic, sportiest, hardest working and most talented dogs. Entries are now open for the inaugural The Dog Down...

Keeping Victorians safe online

The state government is marking World Password Day by launching a new cyber safety campaign to keep Victorians safe online. Government Services minister Gabrielle Williams...

More accessibility for a day out on the water

Boaters throughout Victoria will find it easier and more accessible to enjoy a day out on the water, with new grants for ramp managers...

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea

Cancer Council Victoria is encouraging Victorians to host an Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea and make a cuppa for a cancer-free future this May or...

Renewable Energy Leader To Chair The SEC

The state government has appointed a permanent board to lead the revived State Electricity Commission (SEC). State Electricity Commission Minister Lily D’Ambrosio announced Simon Corbell...

Community calendar

Ladies probus Bacchus Marsh Ladies Probus Club meets on the first Thursday of each month for fun, friendship and fellowship at the Avenue Bowling Club,...

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Draft budget focused on roads

Road maintenance and reconstruction is front and centre of Moorabool council's draft 2024-25 budget. Council adopted the proposed budget during its meeting on May 1,...