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Back to school zones
Drivers across Melton and Moorabool are being reminded to slow down and take extra care as children return to school, with reduced speed limits now…
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Your voice, your needs: National Parkinson’s survey
People living with Parkinson’s and their families and carers can help shape future medical and allied health care through a national survey. Organisers are keen…
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Scholarships bridge education gap
As students return to school, some families in Melbourne’s west are struggling to afford textbooks and essential school supplies. A Greater Western Water (GWW) partnership…
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West metro youth services boosted
The state government has announced a $33 million boost to early intervention, youth mental health and community safety services across the state, including a string…
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Long weekend driving crackdown
A 23-year-old probationary driver from Maddingley, found to be four times over the legal limit, was among scores of drivers nabbed for driving offences during…
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Barbie for the Weir
Residents are being urged to have their say to help prevent the potential closure of the Melton Weirs Picnic Area, with community group Greening Melton…
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Power outages across Moorabool
As the temperature creeps over 40 degrees across Victoria, several towns in Moorabool are currently affected by power outages, with investigations into the cause underway.…
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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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