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Man found with serious injuries in Cobblebank
An unidentified man was found on the side of a road in Cobblebank with life-threatening injuries this morning and is now in hospital. At about…
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Melton’s transport wish list
Transport, roads, and the Plumpton Aquatic Leisure are some of the projects on Melton council’s state budget wish list as the council prepares for population…
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Paws your work: vulnerable cats need your help
The Cat Protection Society of Victoria (CPSV) is calling on businesses to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable cats and kittens through…
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Songwriting competition for young creatives
The Australian Children’s Music Foundation (ACMF) proudly announces the launch of its 23rd annual National Songwriting Competition, continuing its legacy of empowering young Australians through…
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Mount Cottrell fatal collision
A collision in Mount Cottrell last week has since turned fatal, with a 39-year-old Wyndham Vale woman dying in hospital on Monday. Police believe a…
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Intersection upgrade progresses
The full opening of a busy intersection in Caroline Springs is one step closer, following the completion of asphalting and line marking. The project has…
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Bridge painting underway
Painting of the new Old Calder Highway road bridge is underway as part of the final phase of structural works on the level crossing removal…
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Aged care chef showdown
Cooking skills will be tested as aged care chefs from Bacchus Marsh will face off in a cooking competition semi-final. Hosted by aged and disability…
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Deadly mushroom warning
Victorians are being reminded to be vigilant, with poisonous mushrooms becoming present in the community during autumn as the weather becomes wetter and cooler. Victorian…
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Forest hike for great cause
Almost 1000 walkers trekked through the Wombat State Forest this month, raising funds for children with illness and disabilities. In its fifth year, the Great…
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Opinion: Don’t shoot the messenger
In the final days of the federal election campaign, Peter Dutton’s decision to lash out at the media was not just desperate, it was dangerous.…
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Melton writing comp returns
Writers from across Melton are encouraged to put their short story writing skills to the test for a chance to win a prize and have…
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CFA urges burn-off registration
Following a year that saw CFA volunteers respond to 936 incidents caused by escaped burn-offs, both CFA and Triple Zero Victoria are urging landowners to…
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Nominations open for Senior of the Year Awards
If you know a stellar senior-aged person, you now have the chance to nominate them for recognition through a state awards program. The government announced…
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Celebrating Moorabool’s volunteers
A barbecue lunch, scones and a jazz band will be some of the attractions at a Bacchus Marsh event recognising Moorabool’s volunteers this month. Running…
















