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300 objections to replacement quarry
Melton council has received about 300 objections to an application by Boral to build a replacement quarry processing plant at its Deer Park site. The…
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MP calls for more respect towards women
A western metropolitan MP has called for “more respect” towards women in his submission to the Royal Commission on Family Violence. Cesar Melhem has described…
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Increase in trailer thefts at Melton
Police are warning Melton residents to install anti-theft measures on their trailers following a recent spate of thefts. Thieves are stealing trailers, caravans and jet…
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Moorabool council split over code of conduct
Moorabool mayor Paul Tatchell has welcomed state government plans to require all councillors to sign a code of conduct before taking office. Four of Moorabool’s…
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What came first, the chickens or the excitement?
Squealing students and chirping chicks . . . it’s been an epic two weeks at Kurunjang primary school. As part of their life cycle studies, grade 1…
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Vacant Brookfield building put to great use
Autism Plus has leased the former Reg Geary House from Melton council after the Brookfield building had sat empty for a year. The organisation, which…
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Science student becomes the master
Kaylah will take over the reins from her science teachers next Thursday. The Kurunjang Secondary College student will be teaching grade 5 and 6 pupils…
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Ballan Health co-payment uproar
Residents are outraged by Ballan Health’s decision to introduce a $23 co-payment they say will badly hit the hip pockets of the town’s “working poor”.…
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Maddingley man jailed for child sexual abuse
A 28-year-old Maddingley man, has been sentenced to five years’ jail with a minimum of three years for inciting child sexual abuse and pornography offences, and…
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Melton’s little athletes find a home after 47 years
After 47 years, Melton’s Little Athletics finally has somewhere to call home. A long-awaited purpose-built facility at Atherstone will open early next year for the…
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Expectant mums can visit GPs for antenatal care
Expectant mums will be able to consult their own doctor during most pregnancies under a model used at Werribee Mercy Hospital. The Shared Maternity…
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Pride of Melton recognised
Jeff Mills loves providing great service, and loves his job. That approach, and 30 years of dedication to Melton Toyota, has won him a Melton…
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Melton adults invited to learn
You’re never too young, or too old, to learn. As part of international Adult Learners’ Week celebrations, Melton’s neighbourhood houses and libraries will be opening…
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Melton officers nominated for policing awards
Stephanie Cawsey didn’t realise the impact of her generosity, warm smile and helping hand on the victims of domestic violence she deals with daily. The…
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Melton student’s spectacular effort
Melton’s pupils will show off some fancy footwork and groovy moves at Hisense Arena next month. Melton West Primary School pupils will take part in…
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