Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Northern Metropolitan Region MLC Evan Mulholland (pictured) has called on the State Government to fund the reopening of the Beveridge Railway Station.Mr Mulholland said Beveridge has “had a strong history of rail infrastructure dating back to 1872, before it was cruelly closed by the Cain Labor Government, with the station demolished by the Kirner Labor…
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The Garfield North Community Centre, located at Cannibal Creek Reserve, was officially opened on Friday (Nov. 21).The facility provides a versatile space to support a range of activities and events. It features a social room, meeting room, kitchen, storage area, accessible toilet, and unisex toilets and can accommodate up to 80 people.“We are thrilled to…
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Federal and State Governments are upgrading the Warrandyte Five Ways intersection to improve road safety Big Build Roads is seeking community feedback until December 7 to help shape the design and planning for the upgrade of the Ringwood-Warrandyte Rd, Croydon Rd, Husseys Lane and Brumbys Rd intersection.More than 8000 vehicles use the intersection daily, and…
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The appointment of a Head Contractor on the $45 million Bendigo Arts Gallery project has been made.Jaclyn Symes (pictured), Minister for Regional Development, announced that Fairbrother Construction has been appointed to lead the redevelopment.Operating in East Bendigo since 2008, Fairbrother Construction has delivered previous building works at the gallery as well as on major projects…
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Yarra Valley Water is encouraging customers who are struggling to reach out for support ahead of the holiday season.National data shows that one-in-three Australians are feeling financial pressure,The water utility says that it offers a range of ways to ease the cost of water bills, including concessions, grants and flexible payment plans.Yarra Valley Water General…
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The Federal and State Governments say that they are getting on with delivering longer trains and improved journeys for passengers in the west, with the contract to deliver the Melton Line Upgrade now awarded and early works set to start next month.John Holland, Kellogg Brown and Root (KBR), Metro Trains Melbourne and V/Line have been…
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Gabrielle Williams (pictured), Minister for Transport Infrastructure, last week announced that construction has begun, which will connect to Melbourne’s first dedicated busway when it opens in 2028.The upgraded facility will feature more platforms, supporting both express services on the new busway and local bus routes – making travel faster and more convenient for passengers.The multi-level…
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Darebin Council has told the State Government that the character of Thornbury as a suburb, and its individual streets, needs to be preserved as plans for the Major Activity Centres are developed.Following on from the Council’s October 27 meeting, a submission was sent next day to the Department of Transport and Planning.Darebin Council’s priorities are…
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State Minister for Outdoor Recreation, Steve Dimopoulos (pictured), has announced almost $1 million for 19 projects to create a better experience on local waters.At Stony Point in Western Port, $28,000 will fund repairs to cracked concrete in the centre lane, improving safety and usability.Additional dredging works are planned at Kananook Creek, along with channel dredging…
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Northern Victloria MLC Wendy Lovell (pictured) as called on Gabrielle Infrastructure, Minister for Transport Infrastructure, to meet with business owners at the Doreen Business Precinct and hear their request for extra car parking and a bicycle depot near the new intersection of Yan Yean Rd with Bridge Inn Rd.“A reference design and artist’s impressions for…
Read More about NORTH-EAST: Doreen traders have concerns