Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Monday, October 26, 2026
The death of a Blackburn man was raised in State Parliament.Opposition Leadet Brad Battin said: “Victorians are dying due to the Government’s failing health system. “A Blackburn man called 000 twice as he lay bleeding, but it was nearly five hours before an ambulance turned up and paramedics found he had died.“How is it that…
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Eltham North resident Graeme Hawke (pictured) was presented with a 50-year service jewel last Thursday (June 5) in recognition of his long-term membership of Freemasons Victoria.The presentation was made at the Ivanhoe Lodge meeting held at the newly refurbished Ivalda Masonic Temple at Darebin. A speech was given by Geoff Brown, Director of development at…
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Monbuilk MLA Daniela De Martino (pictured) has paid tribute to Geoff Champion, a life member of the Labor Party and a member of the Monbulk branch, who passed away.“Born on May 10, 1942, Geoff came from a strong Labor background and was a true believer who worked tirelessly for the party for over 50 years,”…
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Geoff Young was named winner of the Stan Henwood Award at Cardinia Shire Council’s annual volunteer reception held at Thursday (May 22).Mr Young has been a dedicated leader in the Cardinia Shire community since 1995, significantly contributing as the Scout Leader of the Garfield Scout Group.He served as President of the Garfield Rotary Club (1999-2006)…
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State Parliament has heard about the community efforts of Noel Withers (pictured).Bundoora MLA Colin Brooks said: “The Greensborough Historical Society is a cornerstone of our local community and is dedicated to preserving the rich history behind the Greensbor-ough area.“Today I wish to acknowledge in particular the service of Mr Noel Withers.“Noel served as President of…
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The “outstanding individual” Curtis Cooper (pictured) has been saluted in State Parliament.“Curtis took up long distance running after the birth of his son in 2017, and since then he has run 15 marathons,” Croydon MLA David Hodgett said.“In 2024 he took part in his first Bravehearts 777 Marathon event.“The event was founded in 2013 and…
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The Combined Probus club of Whittlesea held its 24th birthday celebrations this month at the Whittlesea Bowls Club. Imediate Past President Cheryl Manicolo together with five previous mantle holders formed up to celebrate the passing of two dozen years.Life Member Mary Wood gave a summary of the Club’s formation and the first meeting and acknowledged…
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Darebin City Council has issued a statement after the death of North-West Ward Councillor, Gaetano Greco: “Darebin City Council mourns the loss of Cr Gaetano Greco. Cr Greco was a Darebin City Councillor from 2008 – 2025 and also served as Mayor in 2013-2014. “Throughout his long and dedicated career serving the people of Darebin,…
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“Macey Norman, Penny Freeman and Sienna Hamilton from Healesville Primary School deserve a pat on the back for raising over $4000 between them in the school Colour Run fundraiser, part of an overall $16,000 to be put to two interactive play spaces and a resurface of the gymnasium hall,” Eildon MLA Cindy McLeish told Parliament.“Congratulations…
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The 51-year-old life of Dr Tristan Ewins (pictured), has been saluted by Box Hill MLA Paul Hamer.“I rise to mourn the sudden passing of Dr Tristan Ewins, a muchloved member of the Box Hill ALP branch for over 30 years,” Mr Hamer told State Parliament.“Tristan was a freelance writer, PhD graduate, qualified teacher, blogger, social…
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