Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Residents in West Footscray, Tottenham and Yarraville have told Maribyrnong Council that they are worried about new power poles and other works in localstreets.“Council has now met with Jemena, Zinfra and others involved in the works,” said Mayor Cr Mohammed Semra (pictured). “We have put the community’s concerns directly to them and asked them to…
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Eramosa Rd East between Lower Somerville Rd and Western Port Hwy will receive major upgrades, including pavement and drainage upgrades, road safety barriers at high-risk areas, and audio-tactile line marking.During this period the road will be closed to through traffic, however residents who live along this section of road will maintain access – although with…
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Mornington Peninsula Shire Council CEO Mark Stoermer (pictured) has spoken out aboutpublic concerns regarding parking infringements around school drop offs and on nature strips within narrow streets.The Council admitted it was fining residents for “trying to do the right thing” – and has vowed to find a fairer solution to its nature strip parking dilemma.“While…
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Direct engagement on the Mansfield flood study is now coming to an end with all residents with properties potentially impacted by flooding having now received information.The findings of the study, undertaken by Mansfield Shire Council in collaboration with the Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority, will help the Council and the community better understand how flooding…
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Nillumbik Council says its is aware of a proposal to develop a Battery Energy Storage System on land in Middle Hut Rd, Doreen.A planning permit application is expected to be lodged with the Minister for Planning next month seeking approval for the project.The site is located in the Green Wedge Zone, is partially affected by…
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Kinglake Ward residents will have a by-election in December, following the resignation of Cr Jodi Adams (pictured). The by-election will be held by post.“You must be correctly enrolled by the close of roll, which is 4 pm on Wednesday, September 23,” said Electoral Commissioner Sven Bluemmel.“As this is a postal election, it’s important to check…
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The Delatite Valley Plan was officially adopted by Mansfield Shire Council at last week’s meeting, marking the end of a two-year planning process .Mansfield Mayor Cr Steve Rabie (pictured) commended the collaborative effort between Council officers and the community.“This Council listens to our community and acts upon its behalf – this plan reflects that,” he…
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Former Whittlesea Mayor Cr Aidan McLindon is demanding Victoria’s former local government minister pay $3.5million over an “unlawful” suspension. A letter was presented by Cr McLindon’s lawyer, to Mr Staikos at his private residence on Friday (Aug. 21) Cr McLindon was suspended by Mr Staikos, but the Supreme Court ruled that the suspension was invalid….
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Kinglake’s Cr Jodi Adams (pictured) has not attended Murrindindi Shire Council’s meetings since November last year.It is understood that Cr Adams, whose resignation took effect from last Thursday (Aug. 13), has continued to be paid about $2342 by the Council for each of the nine months.Cr Adams attended the November 19, 2025, ‘virtually’, and according…
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Following the construction of two new pedestrian crossings on Wallis St and Station St in Seymour, contractors will be completing the installation of public lighting in August.Day works will take place from Wednesday, August 19 to Friday,August 21, between 7am and 5pm, weather permitting.The public lighting works will involve installing a new hard-wired light pole…
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