Man charged after fires
A Melton South man has been remanded in custody after being charged with arson, burglary and theft. Police said the man, 34, was charged after fires were started at Melton Secondary College and a nearby vacant house. Melton CFA extinguished both fires before damage was caused. He will face court later.
Knife men rob clubber
Police are appealing for witnesses after an armed robbery in Palmerston Street. Six men approached two people who had left a nearby nightclub about 3.25am last Tuesday, police said. The men pulled out knives and a machete before demanding money. One victim was hit with a skateboard and had a mobile phone stolen. The second victim was chased from the scene.
Couple on armed robbery charge
A 38-year-old Melton woman and a 40-year-old NSW man will appear in Melbourne Magistrates Court on Friday after being charged with armed robbery. Police said the pair were charged after a Melton South man was robbed early November 4. They said the woman, who was known to the victim, asked him to step outside his Kurunjang Crescent house before another man produced a gun, demanding the victim’s phone and wallet.
Weekend break’s on offer
Local charity The Orange Pigeon is offering a weekend away for adults with chronic, life-threatening or terminal illnesses. The weekend away includes transport, accommodation, meals and activities for one person and a guest. Places are limited. Email info@orangepigeon.com.au or visit orangepigeon.com.au.
Christmas lunch a gift
A free Christmas lunch is being organised for up to 200 underprivileged or isolated residents. Residents or agencies who know of people who could benefit from the event can contact the Melton Community Christmas Lunch committee on 0419 581 453. The event is being staged through Melton’s Christ Anglican Church and Combined Churches Caring.
