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Motorists fined in Easter blitz

While the streets may have been quieter than usual over the Easter break, it didn't translate to a quieter time for local police. Across Melton,...

Cash spalsh for neighbourhood houses

Neighbourhood houses across the west could get a boost from an unlikely source. Melbourne Airport last week launched the second round of its community grants...

Calming measures under investigaton

The Melton council is still investigating whether traffic calming measures will be required along a busy Burnside street. Cr Steven Abboushi tabled a motion at...

Council turns to technology for meetings

The Melton council is set to begin livestreaming its meetings for the first time. The move was made to allow residents to watch proceedings live...

Budget delayed

The Melton Council had decided to delay its 2020-21 draft budget in light of the COVID-19 crisis. The decision was made so the council can...

COVID-19 spread continues to slow

The spread of COVID-19 ground to a virtual standstill across Melton and Moorabool last week. There was only one new case identified in Melton for...

Resumes for a new era

A Hillside man is on a mission to help make the community more employable. Jayden Kafanelis has spent years studying the employment system and says...

Teddies a win-win

The Melton council is giving seniors the chance to keep busy while staying indoors. Seniors across the municipality have been urged to get involved in...

COVID-19 scam warning

While times of adversity can bring out the best in people, generous residents are also warned to beware of scams. Tania Burstin, a founder of...

Storytime goes digital

While libraries across the region are closed, young children can still enjoy popular storytime sessions online. Storytime sessions are being filmed by library staff so...

Third runway plans still on the radar

While it currently may resemble something of a ghost town due to the COIVD-19 outbreak, Melbourne Airport remains committed to building its third runway. Jai...

Brides embrace technology

Brides across Australia had plans for their special day thrown into disarray after the government announced tight restrictions to slow the spread of COVID-19. Weddings...

No time for complacency: Chief

The spread of COVID-19 has slowed within Melton and Moorabool, but the state's chief health officer is warning the community not to get complacent. The...

Buy a pint to save local jobs

Nobody likes nursing a beer, but buying a pint today to drink later could save your local haunt. Carlton and United Breweries have teamed up...

MP slams double standards

A western Victoria MP has lashed state government imposed restrictions. Member for the Western Victoria Region Bev McArthur said a number of restrictions in place...

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Bedroom smoke alarms ‘crucial’

A father whose family escaped a fire that destroyed their Truganina home in a matter of minutes is calling on Victorians to install smoke...