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E-bike and scooter concerns
With a rise in the popularity of electric bikes and scooters, Melton police are urging riders to understand and follow safety guidelines and laws. According…
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New liquid battery could break solar storage barrier
Engineers from Monash University have developed a water-based battery that could help Australian households store rooftop solar energy more safely, cheaply and efficiently than ever…
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RSPCA warns of Victoria’s horse crisis
RSPCA Victoria is sounding the alarm of a horse crisis facing the state with more than 8100 horses involved in animal cruelty reports this financial…
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There’s layers to Suganya’s art
Craigieburn artist Suganya Kannan has unveiled her very first exhibition. Layers of Perception is currently on display at the Sunbury Hume Global Learning Centre, with…
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Level crossing nearly gone
Asphalting of the road bridge in the heart of Diggers Rest – which is set to open next month – is underway as crews enter…
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Melbourne’s glorious ’ghost signs’
Do you ever see an old faded sign that catches your eye? A new photographic book titled Melbourne Ghost Signs features those signs and other…
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Free public transport for children announced
The state budget will make public transport free for everyone aged under 18 across Victoria from next year. As part of the upcoming budget, children…
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Rae appointed minister
Hawke MP Sam Rae was sworn in with a new title this month, named as aged care and seniors minister. Mr Rae in a Facebook…
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Bison enters public life
Guests from the west are invited to Werribee Open Range Zoo to see a special member of the crew this winter. Lakota, a 1000-kilogram American…
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School and transport budget boost
New and upgraded local schools and extended bus routes in parts of the Melton municipality are some of the key local announcements in this year’s…
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Waste war goes state-wide
Melton’s war on illegal dumping was brought to a state council meeting, with a call for joint advocacy towards preventing illegal dumping receiving unanimous support…
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Motorcycle stolen in Cobblebank
A motorcycle was stolen in Cobblebank on Sunday, with Victoria Police now appealing for information. Police are appealing for information following the aggravated carjacking in…
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Promoting diversity in the residential building industry
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) and MiTek have joined forces to launch She Builds The Future – a program designed to inspire, educate and promote…
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Giving thanks to volunteers
National Volunteer Week, from May 19–25, is Australia’s largest volunteering recognition event. It aims to draw attention to the crucial role played by volunteers. Oscar…
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Council investigates drought support
With a tough winter ahead for farmers, Moorabool council will investigate the drought relief opportunities available to local farmers and what role the council would…
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