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Melton welcomes new citizens
A thousand Melton residents have become Australian citziens. Melton council held three citizenship ceremonies across the long weekend, including on Australia Day. Melton mayor Steve…
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Melton and Moorabool celebrates Australia Day
Rain didn’t dampen the Australia Day celebrations in Melton and Moorabool as more than 1000 new citizens pledged their public commitment to Australia on Australia…
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Dedicated volunteer awarded citizen of the year
Russell Hendry’s years of volunteering was recognised on Australia Day when he was named Moorabool’s Citizen of the Year. Mr Hendry was recognised for his…
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Cricket pioneer honoured
One of the pioneers of women’s cricket in Australia, Raelee Thompson, was left “flabbergasted” when she learned she was appointed as a Member of the…
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Drivers urged to put safety first this long weekend
Road safety authorities are urging motorists to drive safely this long weekend as 21 people have already lost their lives on Victoria’s roads. Transport Accident…
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Baby screening program expanded
Victorian newborns will now be screened for an additional rare and serious genetic disorder under an expanded testing program announced by the state government. Acting…
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Cecil family hopes for closure
Peter Cecil hopes a police decision to reopen the investigation into the death of his daughter 28 years ago will finally bring his family closure.…
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Community Calendar
Book chats after dark Do you wish you had a group of reader friends to chat with about that book you just finished? Join Book…
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Big battery transformer arrives
Two new giant 335-tonne transformers have arrived at the 600-megawatt Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub (MREH) in Plumpton. There are 444 Tesla Megapack “big battery” components…
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Melton market goes dark
Melton Town Centre amphitheatre will host a night market on the first Fridays of February, March and April, featuring live music, traditional performances, market stalls…
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Pan for gold at the Australian Gold Panning Championships
Brush up on your panning skills, the Australian Gold Panning Championship is back in Blackwood on Saturday, March 1, at the Blackwood Cricket Ground. Victorian…
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Birthday bash for parkrun
Don your favourite Hawaiian shirts on Saturday, February 1 for Toolern Creek parkrun’s 10th birthday. Run director Tracey Donald said it will be a big…
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Youngester strives to help dog shelters
A 10-year-old Melton girl is raising money for local dog shelters in need of supplies. Samar, who dreams of becoming a veterinarian, has been raising…
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Young Muslims using their voice
War in the Middle East is affecting diaspora groups across the world. Jaidyn Kennedy spoke to two western suburbs residents who are using their voice…
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Brimbank local part of powerful exhibition
A Brimbank resident has contributed to a moving showcase depicting the resilience and fortitude of domestic violence survivors. Photographs taken by Keilor Lodge’s Shannon Meilak…
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