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Hoons have Melton residents on edge
Hoons are street racing alongside MacPherson Park in Melton – and locals are frustrated and fearful. One Kurunjang resident, who wants to remain anonymous, said…
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Vive les differences – it’s so fun at Staughton College
Staughton College students are gearing up for a stellar Cultural Diversity Week. They’ll be donning traditional costumes from around the world to hit the runway…
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Melton gripped by crime
Violent crimes, including home invasions and robberies, have soared over the past year in Melton, with the state’s police minister conceding there is a long…
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Sad day rocks Brookfield
UPDATE: David Lord, principal at Staughton College where Jalal attended, issued this statement on behalf of the school community: “Last week a tragedy has affected our…
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Guard dog cops the rap for oil spill into Werribee river
A guard dog at a Bacchus Marsh mechanic’s workshop was to blame for a mammoth oil spill into the Werribee River that took several days…
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Melton twins are stars of state
Melton twins Jaime-Lee and Patrick Getson are set for stellar swimming careers. The 16-year-olds have represented Victoria at several national swimming competitions, hold number one…
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Melton’s Most Wanted – March 16, 2017
Let’s help Melton Police. If you have any information in relation to these people, contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or contact your local…
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A wheely good idea for Ride2School day
These Sydenham-Hillside Primary School pupils are taking out their bikes, scooters and skateboards and hitting the footpaths as part of national Ride2School day. Melton council…
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Let’s get physical this Active April
Springside P-9 College students are leading the charge for a healthier April, with more than 1100 students signing up to take part in Premier’s Active…
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Ballan Autumn Festival: Ye olde fun from days of yore
Put up the parasols and straighten those laces – Ballan will be transported back to the 1800s for some old-fashioned family fun this month. This…
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Wanted: precise police numbers
The state government and Victoria Police remain tight-lipped on when Melton will get extra police, amid calls from councillors for swift action. Melton council has…
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Plumpton Christmas market plan booted
Melton council has backflipped on its decision giving the green light for a Christmas market at Plumpton. Councillors last week overturned approval for a Sunday…
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No decision on Diggers Rest off-leash park
Melton councillors have stalled on approving funds for an off-leash dog park at Diggers Rest, opting for it to be reviewed as part of the…
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Melton council high tea farce
Melton council and mayor Sophie Ramsey have spent $20,000 of ratepayer money on a two-hour high tea event to celebrate International Women’s Day. The extravagant…
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Police blitz detects 250 offences on Labour Day weekend
More than 250 traffic offences were detected in Melton and Moorabool during the Labour Day long weekend. Assistant Commissioner for Road Policing, Doug Fryer, said…
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