Tag: community
Moorabool wants fair deal
Moorabool council is being short-changed by a state government fund, according to a new report.
The report from the Auditor General into Regional Development Victoria...
New u-turn for youth
Melton council has received a $200,000 grant to help it continue tackling youth crime and help young people reconnect with their communities.
The council’s UTURN193...
Business bus rolls into town
Small business operators in Melton will be able to access support and government business services when the Small Business Bus visits this week.
The bus...
Ballarat in with a flying chance
Ballarat Airport will receive a major facelift if the Labor Party is able to form government...
Dream big for homeless
A night sleeping under the stars at the mighty MCG has become an annual pilgrimage for Melton South’s Lauren Kelly.
Ms Kelly will rug up...
Darley fire devastation
Andy Lutze was driving back to his Darley home on May 4 when he realised something was wrong.
As he got closer he could see...
Walk to better health
The healthy lifestyle message will be heard loud and clear at Balliang East Primary School this week as they take part in National Walk...
Ballarat in with a flying chance
Ballarat Airport will receive a major facelift if the Labor Party is able to form government at this weekend’s federal election.
Local MP Catherine King...
Labor promises field upgrades
Upgrades to the Bacchus Marsh Racecourse and Recreation Grounds are a step closer to reality, with a pledge of federal funds should the Labor...
Open house celebration
It has been 10 years since The House of Light spiritualist church opened its doors in Melton, and it celebrated the special milestone at...
Labor promises jobs for Gorton
There will be post-election boost of health and human services in the Gorton electorate if the Labor party is successful in this month’s poll.
Local...
Melton plots soccer tactics
Melton council will develop a draft strategy to guide the future of soccer in the municipality.
The proposed strategy, introduced as a notice of motion...
Charity, fires keep CFA busy
Community goodwill was on full display during last week’s Good Friday Appeal, with thousands of dollars raised by Country Fire Authority volunteers.
Despite answering more...
Dig up some history
The history of Melton will come alive as part of the Australian Heritage Festival this weekend.
Events are happening across the region, but one of...
Bacchus Marsh gym pair pumped
Bacchus Marsh locals Andrew Hibbs and Laurinda Veit know what it means to push themselves physically – and they’re hoping to inspire others to...