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CFA warning ahead of summer
The CFA is urging the community to act safely this summer, as it said nearly half of all bush and grassfires in Victoria are being…
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People born with variations in sex characteristics to gain new legal protections in Victoria
Victoria is set to become the second jurisdiction in Australia to enshrine safeguards into law for people born with variations in sex characteristics, commonly referred…
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Melbourne’s iconic State Theatre set to reopen six months early
Australia’s premier stage for performing arts, the famed State Theatre at Art Centre Melbourne, is set to open its doors six months ahead of schedule,…
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Blind cord safety mandate aims to protect Victorian children
In a move to ensure the safety of children in rental properties, a new blind cord safety standard has come into effect in Victoria this…
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Coburn Primary celebrates 50 years
Coburn Primary School celebrated a major milestone on Wednesday 3 December, marking 50 years of education, community, and connection in Melton with two special events…
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Council evidence concludes
Moorabool council has wrapped up its main evidence at the Western Renewables Link (WRL) environment effects statement (EES) public hearing, outlining significant concerns about the…
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Aintree retail hub on the way
A major step towards delivering a new retail and civic hub for Melbourne’s western growth corridor is underway, with Woolworths Group purchasing half of the…
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From the archives
30 years ago 13 December 1995 Devil worship and animal sacrifice may be widespread practices in Bacchus Marsh, a leading churchman claimed last week. 20…
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Merry Melton movie night
The Melton Library & Learning Hub is rolling out the red carpet (and maybe a few booby traps) for its festive film night on Thursday…
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Community calendar
Myrniong Community Carols Pentland Hills Uniting Church and Christ Church Anglican Myrniong is hosting a free sausage sizzle and supper as part of this year’s…
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Bacchus Marsh Christmas fest returns
The Bacchus Marsh Christmas Festival will return bigger and brighter this year, as the much-loved community event celebrates its 11th anniversary across two festive days.…
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Rockbank man charged for imitation firearm
A Rockbank man is among two people charged after an allegedly stolen car crashed into three parked vehicles in Wantirna South on Wednesday 3 December.…
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Trees, shrubs and bridges at Hopkins Road
Truganina’s local biodiversity is set to benefit from a major lift, with landscaping plans for the new Hopkins Road bridge promising more than 80,000 native…
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Get set for Summer
As residents across Melton begin preparing their homes and gardens for the warmer months, Melton council is encouraging the community to make full use of…
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Melton woman charged for animal cruelty
A Melton woman has been banned from owning animals for a decade after pleading guilty to 13 charges of animal cruelty at the Sunshine Magistrates’…
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