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Celebrating the next generation

Celebrations of NAIDOC Week across Melton and Moorabool drew communities together to celebrate its 50th year, with this year’s theme focusing on the next...

Rough road for drivers

More than 300 people have signed a petition to halt the closure of the Holden Road level crossing. The level crossing on the Sunbury...

Mount Atkinson investment calls

A Mount Atkinson resident has raised concerns about insufficient infrastructure and services in the estate and is calling for increased council investment. Resident and Mount...

Freight terminal push continues

An advocacy alliance of councils in the west is continuing its push for government to prioritorise the Western Interstate Freight Terminal (WIFT) in Truganina,...

Blissful bird walk in Melton

A chance to see Melton's lorikeets, ducks, and darters while enjoying the company of others – the Eynesbury Environment Group's next guided bird walk...

PILOR scheme concerns

State government consultation on amending the Payment in Lieu of Rates (PILOR) Scheme for energy storage systems has received firm objection from Moorabool council. The...

July events to warm west

A range of winter events are set to warm up the west this month, with food, exhibitions, and live performances offering respite from the...

Former Jet calls it quits

Former Western Jets star Kiera Whiley has decided to call an early end to her AFLW career. St Kilda announced that the 20-year-old informed her...

300 up for Shea

When you think about Bacchus Marsh Football Club, Tyson Shea is one of the first names you think of. Best and fairest winner, team of...

Patience pays off as Surfingmakescents returns to winning form

Kerryn Manning landed a rewarding victory with her talented mare Surfingmakescents in the Hygain Victory Mares Pace at Melton on Saturday night. The five-year-old showed...

Burras get first win

Diggers Rest finally got some reward for effort as it got its first win on the board in the Riddell District Netball League. It was...

Three in a row for BFL

The Ballarat Football League’s young guns again showed what they can do, as they helped the league to another interleague win against the Hampden...

Cobras focused on achieving rare finals

Bacchus Marsh has exceeded expectations so far in the Ballarat Netball League but has its sights set on bigger things. After returning to the winners...

Local, fresh, trusted

At Bacchus Marsh Local Butcher, we’re more than just a butcher shop — we’re your neighbours, your farmers, and your go-to for quality meats...

Creating positive change

Everyday Independence is helping people with disability in Melton and across Australia to live more fulfilling lives. As a registered NDIS provider, Everyday...

Celebrating 40 years together – thank you, Melton!

Dear Melton community, This year marks a very special milestone for Melton Optical Services as we celebrate 40 incredible years of serving you. We truly...

Come home to peace of mind – every time

There’s nothing quite like escaping the chill of winter to soak up a little sunshine – whether it’s a beachside holiday, a road trip...

A principal who inspires students to achieve

Kathryn Sobey is the principal of Melton Secondary College, the school where she started her teaching career. She is a passionate educator and life-long...

Burnside Medical Centre – caring for the community

In today’s fast-paced world, access to reliable, compassionate healthcare has never been more important. Fortunately for residents of Burnside and the surrounding suburbs, top-quality...

A pregnancy cut short

Luci Hadler, 43, gave birth to her daughter Coco only 29 weeks into her pregnancy. She speaks with Jena Carr about the challenges of...

Reducing triple-0 hesitancy

A new study found that women are less comfortable calling triple-0 when experiencing symptoms of a heart attack, providing a possible reason why women...

Study into ’neglected’ issue

Researchers are investigating causes and potential treatments for perinatal intrusions — intense and vivid thoughts that impact most people during and after pregnancy. Intrusive and...

Young women turning their back on the pill

I was put on birth control when I was 14, three years later after 250 consecutive days of menstrual bleeding and seven alternative birth...

Surgeon reconstructs hope

“Women’s health has always been a passion of mine,” would probably sufficiently explain why Dr Anannya Chakrabarti is a reconstructive breast surgeon, but it...

Virtual health clinic for women

A free virtual health clinic will help to make women’s health more accessible for women across Victoria. On Wednesday, February 5, Health Minister Mary-Anne...

Permanent soccer ground plea

A non-profit Melton soccer club of about 300 members is searching for a permanent ground as a “strong requirement” for its players. Established in 2023,...

My Place

Diggers Rest resident Joel Moody is a lived experience peer support worker and community advocate who is passionate about increasing awareness and support for...

Teen charged after Taylors Hill carjacking

A 17-year-old boy has been charged after an alleged carjacking in Taylors Hill last night. A 26-year-old woman was returning to her parked grey station...

Adjusting to the conditions the key to winter road safety: RACV

The ability of motorists to adjust their driving to suit wet and frosty road conditions is crucial to lowering the winter road toll, according...

The ‘Hardest Share’ that could save lives

The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) has launched a powerful new initiative highlighting the profound and lasting impact of road trauma. The 'Hardest Share' calls on...

Counselling available in the west

The Western Region Centre Against Sexual Assault (WestCASA) continues to offer support for people distressed by the recent alleged sexual assault in childcare centres...

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Former Jet calls it quits

Former Western Jets star Kiera Whiley has decided to call an early end to her AFLW career. St Kilda announced that the 20-year-old informed her...

300 up for Shea