Uncategorized
-
Justice report backs education
By Alesha Capone A new report into education offered at the Parkville and Malmsbury youth justice precincts could assist in planning for the Cherry Creek…
-
Paws for a good cause
Are you feline smart? The not-for-profit cat rescue group Purrs of Point Cook, which is run solely by volunteers, will host a fundraising trivia night…
-
Food faults lead to $25,000 fine
By Alesha Capone A Hoppers Crossing food premises owner has been fined $25,000 after pleading guilty to 11 charges relating to the cleanliness of their…
-
Travel warning as line closes
By Ewen McRae Ballarat line commuters are being warned to plan for extended travel times, when trains stop running for two weeks as works at…
-
New place for e-waste
Caroline Springs residents will soon find it easier to dispose of their e-waste. E-waste is one of the fastest-growing streams of waste worldwide, and covers…
-
Rescuing the rescuers
A downpour last week has led to a flood of support for a local animal rescue shelter. The Bacchus Marsh region experienced a high amount…
-
The romance of local lore
Shirleyrose Rowe has lived in Bacchus Marsh for 35 years – but her book captures a much longer stretch of the town’s history. Ninety-three-year-old Rowe,…
-
MY PLACE
What is your connection to Bacchus Marsh? I have lived in Bacchus Marsh for near on 50 years. Our babies – Leesa (47 years old)…
-
Green thumbs and garden fun
The Melton Botanic Garden will be on full display this weekend. The garden, and the volunteers who look after it, are taking part in the…
-
Property prices ‘holding up’
By Melissa Heagney/Domain Melbourne’s outermost suburbs are bucking the house price downturn, which has now spread to most of the city. While house prices in…
-
All eyes on the alpacas
Young bookworms are urged to visit Melton and Caroline Springs’ libraries this Wednesday to join in a national event. The special storytime will take place…
-
Sunset clause concerns
By Benjamin Preiss/The Age Scott Parker believed he was making a safe investment when he paid a deposit on a block of land three years…
Digital Editions
