council
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Council says no to church
Melton council has knocked back a permit for a church in an industrial area, saying it is an inappropriate site. Kingdom Life Ministries International has…
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Green light for childcare centre
Melton council has approved plans for a new childcare centre in Brookfield, despite a number of objections from residents and councillors. The council last week…
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New mayor for Moorabool
Councillor David Edwards is the new Moorabool mayor, after winning a two-way battle for the position last week. Cr Edwards won the position by four…
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Health tick for sugary drink drop
Melton sporting centres are embracing a program that encourages residents to drink more water and stay away from sugary drinks. Melton Waves Leisure Centre, Caroline…
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Future mapped out for Rockbank
The future of the Rockbank town centre is clearer, after Melton council adopted a framework for future construction in the fast-growing suburb. The council approved…
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Turner’s time comes to an end
Bob Turner has served as mayor of Melton council for the past two years, after previously holding the role in 2013-14. He spoke to Ewen McRae ahead…
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For crying out loud …
The big voice and friendly face of Gavin Barker is well known across the Moorabool shire, where he’s been the official town crier for more…
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Tributes flow for former CEO
Tributes flowed at last week’s meeting of Melton council, following the passing of former chief executive Neville Smith. Mr Smith was a general manager at…
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Townhouse plan gets green light
Melton council has reluctantly approved a planning permit for 10 double-storey townhouses, despite concerns about neighbourhood character. The application for the proposed development at 15…
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Cheese to please
New Year’s resolutions may still be a few months away, but the time to learn a new skill is this week as the Melton Lifelong…
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Election looms after death of councillor
A by-election will be held in Moorabool in December to fill the council vacancy following the death of Cr Pat Toohey. Cr Toohey died on…
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No complaints from Melton
Melton council is one of just five Melbourne councils which failed to provide complaints data to a recent Victorian ombudsman’s report. The ombudsman surveyed all…
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A celebration for the ages
Melton’s older residents are preparing to take centre stage, with the annual Senior’s Festival set to take over next month. The festival runs from October…
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Greening the west
The Melton West environment is set to change significantly in the coming years, with the transformation of Arnolds Creek well underway. The Melbourne Water project…
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Tributes for former mayor
The Moorabool community is in mourning, following the death of councillor Pat Toohey last week. Cr Toohey had been unwell for several months, and died…
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