Car park crash man dies
A Bacchus Marsh man, 83, has died in hospital from injuries received when his car crashed on April 14. Police said the man was parking his car in a supermarket car park in McKenzie Street, Melton, just after 6pm. It is believed instead of braking, he accelerated and hit another car before crashing into a brick wall. The man’s wife, who was also in the car, was not injured. The man was taken to the Western Hospital, where he died last Wednesday. The death takes the state’s road toll to 76.
Baton, spray used in struggle
A police officer has been injured at a domestic dispute in Ballan. The officer, working on his own, went to the dispute just after midnight on April 14. Senior Sergeant Peter McCormick said a man at the address was unco-operative and became aggressive. After a struggle, the officer used his baton and capsicum spray to subdue the man. Senior Sergeant McCormick said police took instances of assaulting fellow officers seriously. The police officer received only minor injuries. The man was charged and will appear in court.
Campus prepares for pupils
Heathdale Christian College will hold two information sessions about a new Melton campus that will open next year. Parents of prep to grade 4 pupils have been invited to attend on April 30 and May 1 from 7.30pm. More details: 9974 4801.
New centre gives more choice
A new retirement village was opened in Bacchus Marsh last week. Melton MP Don Nardella said Bellbrook Community Centre would provide a great option for older residents.
Bus route to temple
A new bus stop on Neale Road will give residents better access to the Sri Durga temple in Rockbank. Bus route 456, which runs between Sunshine and Melton, will now continue along Rockbank-Middle Road to the temple bus stop before returning to the normal route. For more details, go to ptv.vic.gov.au or call 1800 800 007.
