News
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Air quality advice
With bushfires burning across the state, Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) is providing regular air-quality updates. EPA is monitoring air quality using its stationary and…
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Record passenger numbers at Melbourne Airport
Melbourne Airport has recorded its busiest month on record, with 3,421,195 passengers travelling via the airport terminals in December. The airport also set a new…
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Dementia grants now open
Dementia Australia has opened its applications for a new round of Community Engagement grants for up to 12 dementia-friendly community initiatives. Dementia Australia CEO Professor…
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Big Switch timetable released
The new timetable for the train networks ‘Big Switch’ has been released, with the state government saying it will deliver more than one thousand extra…
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Serving up more public transport for Australian Open
Thousands of extra public transport services will be available for tennis fans heading to the Australian Open. Public and Active Transport Minister Gabrielle Williams announced…
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Shania Lee wanted on warrant
Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate Shania Lee. The 27-year-old Tarneit woman is wanted on warrant following a fatal house fire in…
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Council calls for stronger funding
Moorabool council is calling for major reform to the way local governments are funded, warning fast-growing councils are being pushed towards breaking point by rising…
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CFA’s commitment to community
As the fire season intensifies across Victoria, volunteers at Eynesbury CFA are once again stepping up, dedicating countless hours to training, response and community protection…
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West is best this Midsumma
Midsumma Westside is back again, with plenty of events happening across Melbourne’s western suburbs between 18 January until 8 February. Georgia Tacey dives into all…
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Sport
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Titans ready for challenge
North Western Titans stayed focused on the Christmas break as they try to lock in a top spot in the Baseball Victoria regional north west…
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Storm ready for challenge
Sydenham-Hillside is working hard to make sure it locks in a finals spot in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association senior division. Having made the finals…
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Bulls crucial win
Bacchus Marsh got a much needed victory as it tries to stay in touch with the top four in the Ballarat Cricket Association. Last season’s…
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Ageless Bulletproof Boy defends Bendigo Cup crown
The ageless Bulletproof Boy has put himself in the firing line to more than double his stake earnings by the end of the summer after…
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Falcons stay focused
Caroline Springs remains focused on playing its best cricket at the right time of the year in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association Roy Picone Shield.…
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Lions confidence growing
Melton isn’t changing its focus despite putting itself in a position to battle for a finals spot in the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association east-west. After…
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Spruce up your outdoor living areas
As we enter summer, you may notice that your outdoor area is looking a little worse for wear. Perhaps the deck is a bit dull…
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Treat hospitality staff with respect
Summer can be a great time for dining out, but it can be a hetic and difficult time for those working in kitchens and front…
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Operation Roadwise 2025 launches this holiday season
A statewide road policing activity called Operation Roadwise 2025 that targets the main causes of road crashes will be conducted during the 2025 Christmas Holiday…
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One billion container recycling milestone
Families, schools and community groups across the Melton and Moorabool areas have helped western Victoria reach a major sustainability milestone: over 1 billion eligible drink…
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Retire in a stylish home at Bellbrook Gardens
Discover a peaceful, social, and secure lifestyle amidst resort style amenities at Bellbrook Gardens Country Club in a highly sought after community for individuals and…
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Exceptional care, every day
Every family deserves a village, a place where they are understood, supported, and surrounded by people who genuinely care. At Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten,…
Women’s Health
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Social media eating ills
Women and girls are disproportionately impacted by eating disorders and body dissatisfaction, with social media having disastrous effects say experts. Eating disorders, like anorexia, bulimia,…
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Social media eating ills
Women and girls are disproportionately impacted by eating disorders and body dissatisfaction, with social media having disastrous effects say experts. Eating disorders, like anorexia, bulimia,…
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Dialing up abortion care
Women from Melton, Wyndham, Hume and Whittlesea are reaching out in growing numbers to Victoria’s sexual and reproductive health phone line, 1800 My Options, as…
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Fighting period and pelvic pain stigma
Sexual Health Victoria (SHV) has partnered with the Department of Education to offer free education sessions in 400 Victorian government schools to help reduce stigma…
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Tech neck a growing concern
With over 5.3 million Australians suffering from neck pain, including tension neck syndrome a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) commonly known as ‘tech neck’ or ‘text neck’,…
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Lauren aims for zero deaths
Lauren Philpot, 24, is raising awareness for a cause very close to her heart having lost her mother, Leigh, to breast cancer. A lifelong Maribyrnong…
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My Place
Meet Melton local Faryal Rizwan, who will soon embark on an educational trip to Malaysia as she explores the way Islamic values shape education and…
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New year, new baby
The start of the new year wasn’t the only thing being celebrated by Rockbank locals Nathalie and Chris Torress as they welcomed a new addition…
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Road works in Melton
Motorists are being advised to plan ahead with current night-time roadworks set to impact Ferris Road in Melton this week. As part of Victoria’s Big…
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EmergencyRedi workshop comes to Melton
It’s officially fire season across Australia and with the extreme weather conditions affecting people across the country, it’s time to get prepared and educated with…
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Community commits to clean-ups
A group of Caroline Springs residents are taking action to clean up rubbish left around Caroline Springs Lake. Local Nimita Alphonse, who has lived in…
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Fire ready
You may see Rockbank’s dedicated CFA Firefighters coming to your door in the coming weeks. The hard-working locals are targeting high-risk areas around the community,…
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Dumping crackdown
Efforts to curb illegal dumping in Melton are set to intensify, with new support available to help clean up parks, reserves and other public land…
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Moorabool hosts Australia Day awards
Residents are being invited to take part in Moorabool’s official Australia Day celebrations, with the council set to host a community event recognising local achievements…
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Units a key entry to property market
The Melton and Moorabool housing market showed mixed results with unit apartment living is continuing to gain traction in the Melton municipality according to latest…
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From the archives
30 years ago 17 January, 1996 Melton council faces an aged care crisis over the next 15 years because of a combination of government funding…