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Diggers Rest traffic plan runs into speed humps
Melton council is being urged to postpone its decision on a traffic management plan for Diggers Rest. The plan, part of a study being carried…
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Blackwood sewerage plans stuck in the pipeline
The lack of a sewerage system is preventing Blackwood’s expansion, residents say, as they urge Central Highlands Water (CHW) to deliver a long-promised connection. Blackwood…
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Moorabool calls for help from Melton, Ballarat
The mayors of Melton and Ballarat are being urged to “put their hands in their pockets” and support Moorabool’s border towns. Moorabool mayor Paul Tatchell,…
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Western Freeway interchange safety upgrade welcomed
New traffic lights are already making a difference at a former blackspot on Melton’s Ferris Road. Last Tuesday, Planning Minister Matthew Guy, Melton mayor Bob…
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Nationals back local knowledge in Buninyong
A lawyer, farmer and soon-to-be-mother from Navigators will contest the new seat of Buninyong at November’s state election. “I actually think I have it pretty…
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Macedon’s ALP candidate Mary-Anne Thomas defies ‘outrage’
The ALP candidate for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas, claims she is “well supported” by the Labor Party despite public opposition against her. A petition calling for…
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Have your say on how Sunbury breaks from Hume
Local Government Minister Jeanette Powell is calling for expressions of interest from people wanting to join the community consultative committee (CCC) to advise on the…
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No council mail on Melton South no-parking sign
A Melton South resident says he’s frustrated by a lack of communication from Melton council after it put a no-parking sign outside his property without…
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Diggers Rest man dead after Deer Park attack
A group of men arrested after a man was killed during a home invasion in Deer Park have been released without charge. Police spokeswoman Kate…
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Beware dangers of machinery and fire ratings
The importance of fire danger ratings and the risks of machinery igniting blazes have been strongly emphasised by the CFA. Bacchus Marsh CFA second lieutenant…
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Caring callers get council gong as group of the year
The Melton community safety register was started seven years ago with only a handful of clients and volunteers. A group of 33 volunteers now makes…
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Patrick Gurrie honoured as Melton’s best citizen
Patrick Gurrie has achieved a great deal since moving to Caroline Springs 14 years ago. “I got here about 12 months after Caroline Springs was…
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Jack is Moorabool’s young citizen of the year
While most teens spent a carefree New Year’s Eve with family and friends, Blackwood’s Jack Simmons saw in 2014 by tending to an out-of-control bonfire.…
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Heed heatwave tips to keep your cool this week
Draw the blinds, drink plenty of water, turn on airconditioners, and go out in the cool of the day – that’s the advice for Melton…
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Australia Day honours: Ronald’s service to RAAF honoured
Ronald McGrath has lived much of his 88 years by the motto “never disappoint”. Mr McGrath, pictured, was acknowledged for upholding this ideal – the…
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