Victorians urged to be aware of stroke signs
Only 11 per cent of a group of surveyed Victorians knew a person's inability to lift both arms is a key indicator they have...
Extra funding for campaign targeting sexist ads
An extra $1 million will go towards Women's Health Victoria's shEqual campaign to combat sexism, the objectification of women and gender inequality within advertising,...
Streamlining community housing registrations
Community housing providers, including those in Melton and Moorabool, can now access state government funding quicker, as the state government puts streamlined arrangements in...
Grants open to protect our coasts
A new grants program could see safer and improved access to Victoria's coastline, the state government has announced.
Environment and climate action minister Lily...
Tourism set to boost
The return of cruise ships and increased direct international flights could be a major boost for tourism in Victoria, the state government has announced....
Funding for Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing Scholarships Program
A mental health workforce that provides culturally safe and inclusive care by supporting traineeships and scholarships for Aboriginal people who want to work in...
Building skills in major project management and delivery
Leaders across Melton's major projects will soon be able to further develop their skills and expertise, with the state government set to deliver the...
Community calendar
Want your event listed? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and...
German fun coming to the west
The spirit of Munich will be arriving in Melbourne's west next month, with Oktoberwest returning after a two-year hiatus.
Seaworks will welcome more than 4000...
Canary yellow fields dot the west
Canola field are in full bloom across the west, signalling the start of spring.
Vivid yellow flowers are springing up at canola farms, creating the...
Gardens in full bloom for spring
Spring has well and truly arrived at the Melton Botanic Gardens. Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski visited the gardens recently to capture the springtime...
From the archives
30 years ago
September 23, 1992
A Melton Council official concedes that a recent clean-up at the cemetery might have gone too far.
20 years ago
September 24,...
Locals angry as sparks fly over planned AusNet lines at MacPhersons Park
Residents, businesses and sporting clubs say AusNet’s updated plan to deliver renewable energy to the west would see electricity transmission lines over MacPherson Park,...
Melton crime rate falls
Melton's crime rate fell by 10 per cent in the 12 months to June, new data reveals.
According to the Crime Statistics Agency (CSA), there...
A crafty celebration of learning
Melton residents of all ages learnt new skills as part of the Lifelong Learning Festival earlier this month.
The council-run celebration of learning ran from...
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Social group for seniors
A new group for Melton's senior residents is hoping to spread the message that "life is better together".
Life Activities Club Victoria launched an over-50s...
