Hub pops up
A new pop-up service hub will open at Melton South on January 22 to give residents easy access to community support and health services.
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Helping hand for neighbour in need
A Melton couple is on a mission to help a woman rebuild her life after she lost all her possessions in a house fire...
Countdown to festival begins
Victorians are being invited to “escape to the country and experience the diversity of Moorabool” during the autumn harvest.
Stallholders and local producers are getting...
Accolade for Ballan clinical teacher
Clinical educator Sue Chapple says her biggest reward is inspiring young learners.
Ms Chapple’s work with year 11 and 12 students has earned her an industry...
Violence on the rise
More than 250 calls for help came in to Women’s Health West from domestic violence victims and via police referrals in the first five...
Family fun day
Liam Petersen and Henry, 4, love clowning around so they’re ready to put their oversized clown-feet forward at The Corner next Tuesday for a...
Pet owners warned against snakes
Pet owners are being warned to be on the lookout for snakes, with one Melton vet reporting she has treated 15 animals bitten by...
More than smoke behind Ravenhall prison riot
Authorities should have been better prepared for a large-scale prison riot at Ravenhall’s Metropolitan Remand Centre when more than 300 prisoners armed with makeshift...
“Brave” Kurunjang man saves drowning family
Leigh Millott jumped into the water without a moment’s thought – after all, a family was caught in a rip, struggling to stay afloat.
“If...
Melton pubs in fight to reduce drink-driving
Designated drivers can look forward to star treatment at 11 Melton pubs and restaurants if they join a Melton police and council program to...
Cool for kids, guaranteed
Jyle and Stephanie Edgell and Antonio Pavone (pictured) escaped the summer heat at St Albans Leisure Centre last week. They were among hundreds of...
Teens charged over vandalism
Teens charged over vandalism
Police have charged nine teenagers after vandalism at several Caroline Springs childcare centres last year. Seven males and two females, aged...
Violence on the rise
More than 250 calls for help came in to Women’s Health West from domestic violence victims and via police referrals in the first five...
Vulnerable species in Melton to be protected
The diamond firetail and other vulnerable bird and animal species living around Melton are reaping the benefits of an ongoing weed and pest eradication...
Cool crafts for kids
School holidays have kept Brimbank libraries busier than ever, with a host of holiday activities to keep the children entertained … and plenty more...
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Extra trams for tennis
Tennis fans heading to Melbourne Park for the upcoming Australian Open will have the journey made easier thanks to free travel and extra public...
