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OAM honour for Marilyn King
Helping other people is in Marilyn King’s blood. Growing up “incredibly poor” in the central Queensland town of Biloela, her parents were nevertheless known throughout…
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Cricket heroes a big hit
Melton and Moorabool community cricket legends are in line for national honours. Cricket fans are being asked to nominate members from their local clubs as…
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Ballan makeover moves south
Nine carparks and street furniture will be among the latest developments in Ballan’s town centre streetscape redesign. Stage two of the upgrade started last week…
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Turbines kill wedge-tailed eagles
Wedge-tailed eagles are falling foul of giant turbine blades at Yaloak South wind farm near Ballan. Renewable energy company Pacific Hydro confirmed last week that…
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Get into the swim of things
Swim clear of germs contaminating public pools this summer, Victoria’s acting chief health officer warns. Brett Sutton said chlorine kills most germs in public pools…
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You’d be barking mad to miss this
Moorabool residents looking for a new furry family member need look no further. PETstock Bacchus Marsh and stores across the country will be hosting their…
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After the war is over
Peter Fernon has been telling stories for nearly 20 years – first for children and now for adults. Fernon will take to the stage as…
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Ella’s in the groove
Ella’s a national dancing champion and her biggest fans are her sisters Abbey and Molly. The trio, who all dance at Ravenhall’s K and K…
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Rubbish service is on the nose
Diggers Rest residents are in support of a push for Melton council to provide a kerbside hard waste collection service – but the council has…
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In tune with the holidays
Young people are turning up the volume on their school holidays in Melton. The On Track school holiday program is on until Friday (January 25)…
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Art reflects core values
A striking and symbolic face will greet pupils at one of Truganina’s newest schools when it opens next month. Esteemed Victorian street artist Matt Adnate…
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Drive to ramp up safety
Brookfield residents and Melton council have renewed calls for a full diamond interchange to be built at Bulmans Road to ease congestion in Melton West.…
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Congress gives youth a voice
Plumpton’s Lily Trethowan will be part of a small contingent of young people from the west who will be adding their voice to this year’s…
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MY PLACE: David Axon
What’s your connection to Melton? A very active resident attending most monthly council meetings. How long have you lived in the area? …
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Sisters so happy to try
Triathlon is a family affair for the Costanzo sisters of Caroline Springs. Sienna, 13, Ella, 12, and eight-year-old Lucy will take part in the upcoming…
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