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Community calendar
Pastry baking Learn some new pastry and baking skills at the Melton South Community Centre, starting 21 February. Cost: $120 or $100 concession. ■ 9747…
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A slippery problem
Multiple snake sightings have been made at Burnside Heights Recreation Reserve, prompting safety concerns from Burnside Springs United Cricket Club and renewed calls for assistance…
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Trees, trails and tots
More of Melton’s little ones will soon swap the classroom walls for trees, parks and open skies as the popular Bush Kinder program is set…
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Calls for new specialist development schools
Families, educators and disability advocates across Melbourne’s west are calling on the state government to commit to building a new special development school (SDS), warning…
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My place
For more than two decades, Bacchus Marsh has been more than just an address for one passionate local, it’s been a home in every sense…
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Mandatory training, mounting costs
Moorabool Council is calling on the state government and peak local government bodies to boost professional development opportunities for councillors amid concerns ratepayers are footing…
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One-way screws stop two-bit thieves
In the fight against number plate thefts, police in Melton are hosting a ‘Safe Pl8’ event where locals can learn how to secure anti-theft screws…
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Pedestrian crossing works
Construction of four raised pedestrian crossings are set to begin on Main Street Bacchus Marsh from Sunday 15 February as part of a state government…
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Petition’s funding goal
Football Victoria has launched a parliamentary petition urging the state government to invest in soccer infrastructure across the state, as rapid growth continues to place…
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Sport
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Gate six for Leap To Fame
Champion pacer Leap To Fame may have to do what he couldn’t do last year to win a $1 million bonus in Saturday night’s Group…
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Sports shorts
Bowls Melton closed the gap at the top of the table in the Bowls Victoria weekend pennant, division 2, section 2 competition. Melton beat Rosamond…
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A busy week awaits exciting mare Jilliby Ballerini.
Although it developed into a case of “all’s well that ends well”, Jilliby Ballerini was in the bad books during the first attempt at Saturday…
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Leap To Fame on track for bonus
Champion pacer Leap To Fame has achieved so much during his illustrious career, with records seemingly falling at his mercy. For example, the Grant Dixon-trained…
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Centrals taking the positives
Melton Centrals are taking the positives out of a tough season on field in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association Russell Pollock Shield competition. The side…
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Lions fight back
It had been hard going for Darley after the Christmas break but Lions got their Ballarat Cricket Association season back on track on Saturday. The…
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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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Cans to cash for local animals
A Bacchus Marsh animal lover is turning bottles and cans into cash for struggling animal rescues, proving that giving back doesn’t need to break the…
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Reduced hours raise safety concerns
The opening hours of Caroline Springs Police Station have been cut despite community calls for the station’s front desk to be open around the clock.…
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Illegal frog move threatens species
An investigation into the suspected illegal relocation of a threatened frog species has put wetlands near Werribee and Caroline Springs in the spotlight, after more…
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Update on Ballan flooding
Moorabool council has been updated on flooding issues affecting Lay Court, Walsh Street and Ingliston Road in Ballan. Melbourne Water outlined ongoing and future measures…
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Fire causes Calder closure
A truck fire has closed part of the Calder Freeway this morning. A CFA spokesperson said CFA and FRV responded to reports of a vehicle…
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Deanside collision
Police are appealing for public assistance as they investigate the circumstances surrounding a collision in Deanside the morning of Tuesday 10 February. Emergency services were…
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Sod turned on new Deanside shopping centre
Construction has officially commenced on the first major shopping centre to deliver convenience to the growing Deanside community. Delivered by National integrated property, construction and…
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Resurfacing works
Moorabool’s motorists are being advised to plan ahead, with the Gordon Freeway overpass set to close for two days as part of essential asphalt renewal…
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Folk at your doorstep
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music and storytelling as the Festival of Small Halls brings world-class folk talent to Ballan next month. On…
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Rockbank CFA now recruiting
Rockbank Fire Brigade is inviting locals to learn more about volunteering at a recruitment information session this Sunday 15 February. The session will be held…