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Three times over the limit in Caroline Springs
Police have charged a 49-year-old woman for allegedly driving more than three times over the limit in Caroline Springs on Wednesday, March 13.
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Suicide crisis interventions rise across the country in 2023
Kids Helpline counsellors have reported increased crisis interventions related to children and young people making contact in 2023 with a total of 3,893 undertaken.
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More ways to get treated when you’re sick or injured
When you’ve hurt yourself or you’re suddenly feeling crook enough to be worried, finding help can be a bit of a challenge.
General practices in...
Carer shortage a ‘perfect storm’
A leading family services agency is calling on families in Melton and the western metro region of Melbourne to consider fostering a child, amid...
Hillside man flees hit-run scene
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision which occurred in Truganina on Thursday in which a Hillside man fled the scene of.
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Help the Lions make Good Friday special
The Lions Club of Bacchus Marsh is gearing up for a big Good Friday Appeal, and is calling on the community to join its...
My Place
Mick Schembri is the newest Unit Controller at the Bacchus Marsh SES, taking the post in February. He spoke to Star Weekly about...
Groundwork laid for a new generation of artists
A fresh group of emerging artists and creatives will have their talent nurtured through Melton Council’s flagship arts program.
Ana Hanson, Chelsea Avila, Kate Robinson,...
Digital map of Vic women
The state government is celebrating Victorian women, including those in Melton and Moorabool, who have made the state a better place through a new...
A chance to explore the night sky
Friends of Paddock Creek is inviting the community to get a taste of the vastness of space and learn about what celestial bodies are...
Council criticised over Gaza stance
A Melton advocacy group has accused Melton council of hypocrisy over its response to the war in Gaza.
At a February meeting Melton council...
Dining ’vibe’ at risk
Upgrades to Caroline Springs Boulevard will require the removal of dining booths along the strip, and one restaurateur said businesses are fearful of the...
Accident renews calls for road upgrade
A Melton councillor is calling for road upgrades in the wake of a child being struck by a car outside Deanside Primary School.
On...
Melton’s unemployment challenges
Melton is experiencing its lowest level of unemployment in at least 13 years, however it has dropped in statewide rankings to the 5th worst...
Plans afoot for Gordon reserve upgrade
A master plan that will shape the Gordon Recreation Reserve over the next decade has been finalised, with a number of upgrades already beginning....
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Encouraging girls to chat
Melton Council has partnered with Girlchat for this year's 16 Days of Activism to campaign against gender-based violence and strengthen action to end violence...
