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Budget delayed
The Melton Council had decided to delay its 2020-21 draft budget in light of the COVID-19 crisis. The decision was made so the council can…
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COVID-19 spread continues to slow
The spread of COVID-19 ground to a virtual standstill across Melton and Moorabool last week. There was only one new case identified in Melton for…
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Resumes for a new era
A Hillside man is on a mission to help make the community more employable. Jayden Kafanelis has spent years studying the employment system and says…
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Teddies a win-win
The Melton council is giving seniors the chance to keep busy while staying indoors. Seniors across the municipality have been urged to get involved in…
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COVID-19 scam warning
While times of adversity can bring out the best in people, generous residents are also warned to beware of scams. Tania Burstin, a founder of…
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Storytime goes digital
While libraries across the region are closed, young children can still enjoy popular storytime sessions online. Storytime sessions are being filmed by library staff so…
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Third runway plans still on the radar
While it currently may resemble something of a ghost town due to the COIVD-19 outbreak, Melbourne Airport remains committed to building its third runway. Jai…
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Brides embrace technology
Brides across Australia had plans for their special day thrown into disarray after the government announced tight restrictions to slow the spread of COVID-19. Weddings…
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No time for complacency: Chief
The spread of COVID-19 has slowed within Melton and Moorabool, but the state’s chief health officer is warning the community not to get complacent. The…
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Buy a pint to save local jobs
Nobody likes nursing a beer, but buying a pint today to drink later could save your local haunt. Carlton and United Breweries have teamed up…
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MP slams double standards
A western Victoria MP has lashed state government imposed restrictions. Member for the Western Victoria Region Bev McArthur said a number of restrictions in place…
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Business as un-usual
Melton is still very much open for business. The COVID-19 crisis has hit businesses hard, prompting the Melton council to adopt a number of relief…
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Sister city offer knocked back
By Ewen McRae Melton council will not enter into a friendship city arrangement with the Chinese city of Heze. Council had been investigating a partnership…
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Virus help coming
By Ewen McRae Melton and Moorabool councils have announced a raft of stimulus measures to help residents through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. With social distancing…
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For the love of metal
By Ewen McRae Adam Gadsby was first drawn to the high octane world of heavy metal music in his childhood, and he’s now been sharing…
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