Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Emergency Services
The mercury was still at 37°C at 7pm in Yea on Tuesday (Jan. 27), as temperatures in other parts of the state reached a record high of 48.9°C (120.02°F). Fires in the North-East were reported late this afternoon at Cathkin (Goulburn Valley Hwy), Kilmore (Broadford-Kilomore Rd) Limestone (Monkey Creek Rd and Davies Track), Molesworth (GV…
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Emergency Services
Temperatures hit 47 degrees Celsius at 2pm (Tues., Jan. 27), with the thermometer showing 37° at Yea in the state’s north-east. Fires reported to Vic Emergency in the past hour in the north-east have included Cathkin, Ghin Ghin (Switzerland Rd), Highlands (Brigadoon Rd), Ruffy, Whanregarwen (Whanregarwen Rd, Wollert, Yarck (Old Yarck Rd)
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Observer
Australian born actress Patsy King, best remembered for her principal role as Governor Erica Davidson in the iconic television series Prisoner, passed away on Monday, January 19 after a short illness. She was 95 years old.Patsy studied acting at Melbourne’s National Theatre and made her professional stage debut in 1951, playing the juvenile lead in…
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Observer
After something of an annus mirabilis in 2025, when the highest box office results were achieved in Theatre Works’ 45-year history, the company finished the year by launching its 2026 season.However, next year will be undoubtedly challenging as its powerhouse executive director/creative producer Dianne Toulsen departs in July.The launch, held at the company’s flagship venue…
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Observer
Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Victoria (GSOV) presents The Arcadians – outdoors from February 28 to March 9 at The Know, 4 Clarkmont Rd, Sassafras, and indoors at The Round Studio in Nunawading from March 13-15.Directed by Robert Ray and Naomi Tooby, a live quartet will accompany the cast with music specially re-scored by MD Geoffrey…
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Observer
After something of an annus mirabilis in 2025, when the highest box office results were achieved in Theatre Works’ 45-year history, the company finished the year by launching its 2026 season.However, next year will be undoubtedly challenging as its powerhouse executive director/creative producer Dianne Toulsen departs in July.The launch, held at the company’s flagship venue…
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Local People
Eastern Suburbs EditionMember of the Order of Australia (AM)in the General DivisionThe Honourable Bruce Norman Atkinson, Donvale. For significant service to the people and Parliament of Victoria, and to the region of Nunawading.Member of the Order of Australia (AM)in the General DivisionMrs Andrea Coote. For significant service to the people and Parliament of Victoria, and…
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Court
A solar and battery system company has been fined $9000 without conviction in the Seymour Magistrates’ Court after admitting to offences related to unsafely installing home batteries at five Victorian properties between December 2023 and July 2024, including one that sparked a minor house fire.Greenova Pty Ltd pleaded guilty on January 8 to three charges…
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Police News
Detectives from Banyule-Nillumbik Crime Investigation Unit are investigating a collision in Eltham.It is understood a white 2016 Holden Colorado utility, and a white 2021 Toyota Corolla sedan collided on Bolton St about 7am on Thursday, December 11.Officers have been told both drivers pulled over to the side of the road to exchange details and assess…
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Police News
A driver has provided a breath test reading at Mill Park, allegedly more than four times the legal limit.Epping Police on patrol spotted a ute allegedly swerving all over the road and mounting a kerb, all without headlights on, along Fred Hollows Way in the early hours of Saturday morning, January 24.Officers intercepted the ute…
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