News
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Registration open for disabled workers
Disability workers across Melton and Moorabool are encouraged to register to show people with a disability they have the right skills to deliver quality services.…
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Nominations are now open Australian of the Year
It’s time to have your say in who will be the next Australian of the Year. Public nominations for the 2023 Australian of the Year…
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Appeal to combat violence against women
White Ribbon Australia has put the call out for Australians to put the end to violence against women. As part of their Tax Appeal campaign,…
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Mandatory pet counts in pounds and shelters
The state government will introduce mandatory reporting and collection of data to improve the standard of care for animals in shelters and pounds, including in…
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Grants for sporting clubs open
Community sport clubs, such as those in Melton and Moorabool, can now apply for grants for new uniforms and equipment, training, and club development. Community…
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Visitors to the snow urged to stay safe
Residents from Melton and Moorabool intending to visit to the Alpine and Mount Buffalo National Parks are encouraged to be prepared and stay safe during…
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Support for hungry families this winter
Coles Group has launched it’s annual national winter appeal to support the growing number of Australians impacted by the rising cost of living. The company…
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New council strategy to include all abilities
Melton council has endorsed a new strategy in order to include all abilities and all ages across local community. The ‘Growing and Thriving’ strategy is…
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Police warn of firearm storage law change
Local law enforcement are urging gun owners to take heed of new firearm storage legislation due to come into effect soon, in order to prepare…
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Photo gallery | Refugee Week at Salvation Army Children and Parenting Support Service
The Melton and Wyndham Salvation Army Children and Parenting Support Service held a Refugee Week morning tea on June 23. The organisation invited local residents…
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Photo gallery | City of Melton celebrates Refugee Week
The City of Melton celebrated Refugee Week on June 24 with an event filled with food, music, stories and fun. Refugee Week celebrations provide an…
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Photo gallery | Friends of Melton Botanic Garden
Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janveski caught up with volunteers from the Friends of Melton Botanic Garden club, out working in the gardens. They work to…
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Women’s soccer program focuses on fun
A new sport program designed specifically for women to get active and make connections is coming to Melton. Melton Phoenix Football Club is bringing the…
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Local breaks skydiving record
A Bacchus Marsh local was a part of a historic flight with eighteen other women, whose simultaneous skydive broke an Australian record last week. Nicole…
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Beard balm-y success for local business owner
A small business owner in Ballan has been given a boost from Australia Post and recognised as a local business hero. Nigel Bullamore was recognised…
















