News
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Funding to help Moorabool grow
By Ewen McRae Moorabool council is eligible to apply for funding from the state government’s Growing Suburbs Fund for the first time. The fund, which…
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Not so hot spot
BY Ewen McRae Moorabool mayor David Edwards said he was “confused” as to how his council ended up on a Queensland government list of COVID-19…
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Millenium man to go
By Ewen McRae Much loved Sunshine icon Millennium Man is set to be removed. While the future of the statue -which has stood outside the…
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Stolen medals returned
A collection of stolen World War Two medals have been returned to their rightful owners with a bit of help from the Caroline Springs RSL.…
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School footy call out
The football program at Lakeview Senior College has seen three players drafted in recent years, and they’re looking for their next stars. The program has…
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New scanner for Marsh
By Ewen McRae Bacchus Marsh Hospital has received a significant boost, with a $1 million investment into their radiology department unveiled recently. While patients to…
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Team Nicholson’s delight
It was party time for the Nicholson team on Friday night after Bullys Delight returned to racing with a long-odds success at Tabcorp Park Melton.…
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Melton pioneer recognised
A dedication to inclusion and togetherness has seen Melton’s Emily Attard recognised by Basketball Victoria at their annual awards. Ms Attard is the founder of…
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Toxic soil plan: Council blocked
By Ewen McRae Moorabool council says it is being blocked from consulting with the community over plans to bring contaminated soil to the region. The…
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Cuddle a cub
A chance to get up close with one of Australia’s cutest national animals is coming next month. The Australian Dingo Foundation in Toolern Vale will…
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Melton station boost
By Ewen McRae Melton Train will receive a much needed upgrade as part of a state government plan to kick start the economy. For a…
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Lighting up our sports ovals
By Ewen McRae Community sport is starting to return, and four clubs in Moorabool will find training better than before following the installation of new…
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Don’t forget your doc
While coronavirus has been on the minds of everyone in recent months, health services are reminding locals not to ignore other health concerns. The North…
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School’s back
Getting back to school has been a challenge for some, but students at Catholic Regional College Melton have relished the return to the classroom. The…
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Council ticks off hotel
By Ewen McRae Melton council has approved a planning permit for a new hotel in Truganina, including space for 60 electronic gaming machines. A proposal…
















