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Human remains found at Mt Egerton
Police believe human remains found in Mount Egerton are those of missing Ballan man Albert Smith. The remains were located in bushland just off Yendon-Egerton…
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Charity, fires keep CFA busy
Community goodwill was on full display during last week’s Good Friday Appeal, with thousands of dollars raised by Country Fire Authority volunteers. Despite answering more…
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Dig up some history
The history of Melton will come alive as part of the Australian Heritage Festival this weekend. Events are happening across the region, but one of…
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Western sons rise again
The popular Sons of the West program, promoting a healthy lifestyle for local men, is returning to Melton for another year. The Western Bulldogs Football…
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Revamped sports hub a winner
A multi-million dollar redevelopment of the Caroline Springs Leisure Centre has been unveiled. The $11.8 million refurbishment is set to transform leisure services in the…
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Hopefuls listed for election
Candidates for next month’s federal election have been finalised. Candidates were last week unveiled for local seats Gorton and Ballarat, along with the order in…
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Bacchus Marsh gym pair pumped
Bacchus Marsh locals Andrew Hibbs and Laurinda Veit know what it means to push themselves physically – and they’re hoping to inspire others to do…
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Fun fund hands out $5 million
The state government will continue to help Melton students attend excursions and school camps under a special grants program. Almost $5 million has been allocated…
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New bloom for avenue
A new commemorative sculpture will mark the entrance of the Bacchus Marsh Avenue of Honour. The 2.9-kilometre long avenue is one of the largest war…
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Police force bolstered
Moorabool and Melton police numbers will be boosted as part of a statewide roll-out of new officers. Moorabool will soon have an additional 10 officers,…
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Parkinson’s pals thrive
The Melton Parkinson’s Support Group is thriving – and looking to spread the help. Just a few years after the group’s re-launch, more than 30…
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Police target illegal trail riders
Police motorbikes were out in force last week as part of a crackdown on unlicensed riders and unregistered trail bikes across the Bacchus Marsh region.…
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A sporting chance
Giving everyone the opportunity to play sport is one of the main drivers for Reclink, and its football program is doing just that. The group,…
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New group is the biz
Moorabool businesses have created a networking group they hope will boost the region. BizConnect Moorabool was established in March and its first meeting was held…
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Feature film in focus at Setting Sun festival
A feature film set in Macedon will enjoy its Australian big screen debut when the sixth annual Setting Sun Film Festival takes over the Sun…
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