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Lockdown lowers pokies losses
By Ewen McRae
More than $10 million has been saved from poker machines in Melton since the state-wide COVID-19 lockdown came into effect.
The Alliance for...
Reward for shooting
By Ewen McRae
A reward is being offered for information on a non-fatal shooting that occurred in Melton nearly two years ago.
Police last week announced...
Soil issue heats up
Community frustration continues to build over the disposal of contaminated soil from the West Gate Tunnel project.
While a site hasn’t been officially chosen, the...
Stadium build on track
While organised sport is currently on hiatus, construction of new sporting facilities is going full steam ahead.
Contractors are preparing the site for the new...
Sewing for a cause
While most classes at Djerriwarrh Community House have been taken off-site, one group of dedicated volunteers is making a difference in the fight against...
Panther podcast points to Marsh
A new podcast investigating big cat sightings across Australia has turned its attention to Bacchus Marsh.
The Missing Panther podcast has collected hundreds of interviews...
Time to learn
Community centres and learning hubs may be temporarily closed, but Melton council is ensuring that education doesn’t take a back seat.
As part of its...
Grant lodge lockdown following positive test
The Grant Lodge nursing home in Bacchus Marsh is in lockdown, following news that a staff member has tested positive to COVID-19.
All staff and...
Virus hits university’s finances
Victoria University is bracing itself for a $50 million hit to its budget as a result of COVID-19.
The university had forecast a total budget...
Celebrating mums
Kat Buttigieg is confident this Sunday will be just like any other Mother’s Day, despite the coronavirus crisis.
The mum-of-three is preparing for a relaxing...
Sweet treat for bakers
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By Esther Lauaki
Aspiring pastry chefs have the chance to try their hand at the profession through a community short course.
Melton South Community...
Calls to postpone council elections
The Municipal Association of Victoria is calling for the Victorian local government elections to be deferred for 12 months.
The elections were due to be...
My Brimbank: Ivanka Portelli
Budding writer Ivanka Portelli spoke with Tate Papworth about the challenges of online learning and how her passions are helping her stay positive.
What’s your...
The west’s a great place to live
Four western suburbs are among Melbourne's best places to live, according to the latest edition of People's Choice of Housing.
The report identifies the suburbs...
Footy comes to Eynesbury
While the state suffers a football drought, Eynesbury is set to end one that extends well beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.
The town currently has three...
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Coach nets nomination
The 2024 Netball Victoria Community Award nominations were announced on Wednesday, November 20, and Western Warriors’ coach Tracy Howard is in the running for...
