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No prohibition on fun

The Wyndham Theatre Company’s (WTC) rendition of ‘Drinking Habits’ will have audience members charging their glasses – or hiding them. Set in America during the...

Easter craft fun

A special Easter-themed craft session was held at the Eynesbury Discovery Centre on Thursday, April 10, with participants creating Easter Bunny headbands, egg baskets...

Join Jan for a jig

Scottish country dancing comes to Hobsons Bay on Sunday, May 4, with an event at the Dennis Reserve Centre in Williamstown. Jointly hosted by...

Autumn celebrations at Auction House

The Old Auction House is presenting several exhibitions across an exciting range of styles, themes, and media this month and next. In the studio gallery...

Projecting the beauty of Kororoit Creek

A new series of projections in Sunshine will transport viewers to the lush greenscape of the local Kororoit Creek. A collection of 42 snapshots,...

Mental health election cash

Major parties have a keen eye on improving mental health services in the region, with election promises that could deliver more free mental health...

More CCTV cameras for the region

Crime prevention has become a key issue this election with major parties promising funding to tackle crime across the region. On Tuesday, April 8, the...

Lions sign import

Melton has locked in English all-rounder David Mansfield for the 2025-26 Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association season. Originally for Yorkshire, Mansfield is a right-handed middle order...

Melton Thoroughbreds dig in

Melton Thoroughbreds coach John de Jonge said they are going to have to get used to winning ugly in the Big V men’s division...

Yambukian steps out of shadow

Despite building an imposing career resume, the Andy Gath trained Yambukian finds it difficult to step out of the considerable shadow cast by his...

Melton Centrals awarded points for round one

Melton Centrals has now been awarded the points from its round one Riddell District Football League match with Woodend-Hesket after the Hawks were found...

Cobras, Devils remain undefeated

Bacchus Marsh and Darley came away with big wins for a third straight week in the Ballarat Football League women’s competition. The cross town rivals...

Lakers strong start

Caroline Springs put together a good first up performance to come away with a convincing win against Yarraville Seddon in the Western Football League...

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...

Urgent action on roads needed

Melton council is using the federal election as an opportunity to urgently call on major parties to commit to upgrading local roads for improved...

Pledges flow for Bacchus Marsh

Funding commitments to support Bacchus Marsh’s recreational and sporting facilities are being made by both major parties in the lead up to the federal...

Youth homelessness crisis rife in Melbourne’s west

As the youth homelessness crisis continues to impact hundreds across Melbourne’s west, Prealene Khera reports on why young people are being pushed to the...

People have a hankering for a Jimny

A five-door version of the Suzuki Jimny. Who would have thunk? It should make getting in and out of the back a little easier, not...

Encouraging girls to get active

Melton council has partnered with local sports clubs and community groups to encourage women and girls to get active throughout April as part of...

Lights on this winter

Two sporting reserves will have their lights on in the evenings for anyone wanting to keep active in the colder months thanks to Melton...

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Lions sign import

Melton has locked in English all-rounder David Mansfield for the 2025-26 Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association season. Originally for Yorkshire, Mansfield is a right-handed middle order...