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Grants return for local groups
Moorabool community groups and not-for-profit organisations are being invited to apply for the next round of council’s community grants, which are set to open 1…
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From the archives
30 years ago 31 January 1996 Six prominent business leaders want the term of the Melton Shire commissioners to be extended beyond next year. 20…
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Council eyes rates change
Moorabool council may soon add a municipal charge to its rating structure. The community is being invited to give feedback on the potential rates change,…
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Moorabool honours community champions
Moorabool’s most dedicated volunteers and community legends were celebrated at the 2026 Australia Day Awards, held at Bacchus Marsh Public Hall on Monday 26 January.…
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Driver nabbed four times over the legal limit
A P2 probationary licensed driver has lost his licence and had his car impounded after blowing more than four times the legal limit in Maddingley…
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Footscray to host misfit poetry party
Having made their first venture out west in November last year, Melbourne poetry collective Slamtidote is making a quick return with a show in Footscray…
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Drink driver caught in Diggers Rest
Police have nabbed a drink driver almost six times over the limit in Diggers Rest. Officers initially detected a 40-year-old driver allegedly travelling at 115…
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Nominate local legends
Melton is soon to celebrate its local legends, with nominations now open for the 2026 Community Volunteer Achievement Awards. The council’s annual celebration awards locals…
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GP honoured
Bacchus Marsh GP Ravin Sadhai believes in connection, communication, and community wellbeing for all. A Bacchus Marsh local since 1983, Dr Sadhai has been practising…
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Spade a thought for wildlife
Moorabool locals are being encouraged to pick up the spade and dig deep, turning their backyards, balconies and even courtyards into safe havens for native…
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Books in bags for prep students
Students about to begin prep at government schools across Victoria will receive a free bundle of books and resources to help kick-start their education.. The…
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Tobacco license deadline approaching
The state government has issued a final call for tobacco retailers and wholesalers to secure a mandatory licence, with less than two weeks remaining before…
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Feeding tube awareness week
Over 140 landmarks across Australia and New Zealand will be illuminated in purple and blue from 1–7 February 2026 to mark Feeding Tube Awareness Week…
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Money coming for women’s sports
La Trobe University has secured a significant $11.7 million federal funding boost to lead ground-breaking medical research, including a major project dedicated to reducing concussion…
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Drinking linked with cancer risk
A major study led by La Trobe University has sent a wake up call to residents across Melbourne’s north and west revealing that cutting just…
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