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Anzac service Moorabool

Bacchus Marsh RSL Sub Branch will commemorate servicemen, women and civilians with an Anzac Day Dawn Service on Friday, April 25. The Dawn Service and...

Caroline Springs hosts 10th Anzac Day Service

The Caroline Springs RSL Sub-Branch will be holding its Annual Commemoration and Dawn Service on Friday, April 25. The Dawn Service will begin at 6:00am...

Aggravated burglary charges laid

Melton detectives have charged a man following an alleged aggravated burglary where a man was threatened with a firearm in Hillside last year. It is...

Man charged after burglaries in Melton and Caroline Springs

Melton detectives have charged a man following a spate of burglaries in Melton and Caroline Springs over the past month. Detectives will allege commercial premises...

Get online for Moorabool policing forum

An opportunity for police to engage with the community and stakeholders about crime trends, issues, and statistics will be available at the upcoming Moorabool...

National Library calls for election campaign material

The National Library of Australia is asking Australians to donate campaign material from the 2025 federal election. National Library curator Jennifer Selby said that materials...

Victorians urged to book flu vaccination

Victorians are being reminded to book in their annual flu vaccination ahead of winter peak season, with free flu vaccines now available for children...

Cobras finally break though

Bacchus Marsh had dreamed of what it would be like returning to the winners list in the Ballarat Netball League A-grade competition, but the...

United’s finals focus

Western United’s Aimee Medwin hopes they are building at the right time of the A-League women’s season. After a slow start, Western started to find...

Warm weather tests the fitness

The warm weather added another element to early season nerves and gelling of combinations for those on the football field. Star Weekly's Ljubica Vrankovic...

Warriors on the board

The Western Warriors have responded after a tough start to the Victorian Netball League season, getting their first win on the board on Wednesday...

Devils happy with start to season

Darley coach Dan Jordan is happy where his side is sitting after a couple of strong hit outs to start the Ballarat Football League...

Alleyne steps up for Sydenham-Hillside

New Sydenham-Hillside coach Anthony Alleyne is keen to help the Storm continue to rise up the ranks in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association senior...

Eleven day road policing operation this Easter

Victoria Police will launch a major 11 day road safety operation over the Easter long weekend continuing through to the Anzac Day long weekend. This...

New Woolworths store opens in Hillside

A new Woolworths supermarket opened on Thursday March 20 in Hillside, offering a brand new shopping experience for the local Banchory Grove community. The...

Construction begins at Vantage Bloomdale

Construction has commenced on Vantage Bloomdale by AVID Property Group’s (AVID’s) highly anticipated community facilities, marking an exciting new chapter for over 50’s living...

Global Village Learning celebrates culture, connection

Young people at Global Village Learning (GVL) are embracing the spirit of Harmony Day, exploring cultures, traditions, and languages as part of their Summer...

Celebrating harmony and diversity at MP’s electorate office

In the heart of Melbourne’s western suburbs, Luba Grigorovitch’s electorate office stands as a testament to the strength found in diversity. The team comprises...

Grainger Legal proud to showcase women in the law

Would it surprise you to know that today there are more women practising law in Victoria than men? Not just a few extra, either,...

Call to end the trend

This January marked the 10-year anniversary since the banning of commercial solarium beds across Australia. Despite this ban, Cancer Council Victoria reports that a large...

Antenatal care without the stigma

Finding the right place to give birth and be comfortable is something that is near the top of an expecting mother’s lists. The hospital needs...

Program aim to turn men into women’s allies

Women’s Health Victoria (WHV) has launched an online training program for men who want to become better allies in promoting gender equality – whether...

Relief for POP

Pelvic Organ Prolapse refers to any dropping or bulging of the pelvic organs – the bladder, uterus, or bowel – happening when there is...

Conversations are key this White Ribbon Month

As White Ribbon Month gets under way, the organisation is working harder than ever to prevent violence against women by engaging men and boys...

Taranto’s road to recovery

One of the hallmarks of the rise of women’s sport over the last decade, is the sense that it is different. Rather than just...

Bert’s screen odyssey

Kingsville filmmaker and projectionist Bert Murphy’s career has come full circle, or in keeping with the theme, full reel as Cade Lucas reports. It...

Keeping the heart healthy

Australia’s national heart health awareness week Heart Week, May 5–11, is a chance for people to consider their heart health and take...

Community Calendar

Melton South Community Centre Sewing lovers are invited to join Melton South Community Centre’s new Sewing Club, running on Tuesdays. Bring your machine and materials...

80 Years of CFA’s Fleet

The early days of fighting fires with beaters, buckets, and knapsacks are long gone and while slipping a tank onto the back of a...

Infringements sent to 2024 local council election non-voters

Infringement notices will be sent this week to Victorians who either didn’t respond to the Victorian Electoral Commission’s (VEC’s) request for an explanation or...

Drop in to Dromkeen

Dromkeen Gallery is providing a range of events this month, offering art and entertainment to Riddells Creek residents and beyond. The beauty of nature is...

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Get online for Moorabool policing forum

An opportunity for police to engage with the community and stakeholders about crime trends, issues, and statistics will be available at the upcoming Moorabool...