News
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Human remains found
Police have located what appear to be human remains as part of an investigation into the disappearance of a Brookfield toddler in 2014, who was…
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Ex-pilot to face re-trial after successful appeal
A former pilot will face a fresh trial for the murder of a missing camper who died alongside her secret lover. Greg Lynn, 59, faced…
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Festive sparkle in Hillside
Hillside is set to shine with festive cheer as the community comes together for Twilight Christmas at Hillside on Friday 19 December. Running between 3.30-6.30pm…
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Mt Atkinson kicks off sports upgrade
Construction is set to kick off on the long-awaited Mt Atkinson Sports Reserve in Truganina, with works transforming a 10-hectare site on Kirkpatrick Boulevard into…
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Soul food’s growing appetite
A Bacchus Marsh Community food program which has supported members of the community for 16 years has been forced to relocate to a larger venue,…
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‘Revenge’ alleged motive for double murder of children
Two severed left hands allegedly tie the killings of two children and a teen. A youth gang was specifically targeting Sudanese males to seek revenge…
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Moorabool moves on waste
Moorabool Shire councillors have voted to introduce a series of subsidised waste services in the 2026-27 financial year, going beyond the original recommendation presented to…
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School receives significant grant
Gilson College in Taylors Hill has received a $800,000 federal government grant to improve its sporting facilities. The grant will go towards the reconstruction of…
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Students shine in fundraiser
Diggers Rest Primary School students have donated big to a special cause. The student leadership team have wrapped up their year-long fundraiser in which they…
Digital Editions
Sport
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O’Connor Moreira stunning rise
Western Jets’ Charlie O’Connor Moreira thought her AFLW draft chances were over when she got injured at a training session earlier this year. The injury…
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Defender makes her mark
Being selected in the AFLW draft would mean everything for the Western Jets’ Alex McBride-Loane. Having fallen in love with football after she started playing…
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Imperial Command gets the Cash
A decision by Andy Gath to bypass the Group 1 Haras Des Trotteurs Great Square paid dividends when a stable favourite took out the Aldebaran…
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Burras get the win
Diggers Rest Bulla continued on its winning ways as rain again was an issue in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association. In the Johnstone Shield,…
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Samason joins Lakers
Caroline Springs has unveiled one of the biggest signings in league history for next year’s Western Netball League. Former Melbourne Vixen Rahni Samason will join…
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RDFNL to kick off on Good Friday
The Riddell District Football Netball League season will kick off on Good Friday with two big match ups. The league announced the season would start…
In Business – Sponsored
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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,…
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The journey of your 10-cent containers
Ever wondered what happens to your drink cans, bottles and cartons after you return them for a 10-cent refund through Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS…
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Retire in style at Bellbrook Gardens Country Club
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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Furlong 2025 gets underway over Melbourne Cup carnival
A statewide road policing activity called Operation Furlong 2025 will be conducted over the Melbourne Cup long weekend from Friday 31 October to Tuesday 4…
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…
More News
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Human remains found
Police have located what appear to be human remains as part of an investigation into the disappearance of a Brookfield toddler in 2014, who was…
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Ex-pilot to face re-trial after successful appeal
A former pilot will face a fresh trial for the murder of a missing camper who died alongside her secret lover. Greg Lynn, 59, faced…
-
Festive sparkle in Hillside
Hillside is set to shine with festive cheer as the community comes together for Twilight Christmas at Hillside on Friday 19 December. Running between 3.30-6.30pm…
-
Mt Atkinson kicks off sports upgrade
Construction is set to kick off on the long-awaited Mt Atkinson Sports Reserve in Truganina, with works transforming a 10-hectare site on Kirkpatrick Boulevard into…
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Soul food’s growing appetite
A Bacchus Marsh Community food program which has supported members of the community for 16 years has been forced to relocate to a larger venue,…
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‘Revenge’ alleged motive for double murder of children
Two severed left hands allegedly tie the killings of two children and a teen. A youth gang was specifically targeting Sudanese males to seek revenge…