Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Monday, October 26, 2026
Sad news. Much-loved entertainer Philip Brady died overnight, aged 85. I valued our friendship which went back 50 years, when he was part of GTV-9’s Ernie Sigley Show in 1975. Lots of projects since including the Nightline magazine, Mansfield’s Melbourne TV program, and Remember When. So proud of the Melbourne showbiz media. We all honoured…
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Premier Jacinta Allan last week paid tribute in State Parliament to the life of John Delzoppo.“ In his very first words in this place John spoke about service, about the privilege and the duty that comes with serving in this place, but John’s sense of service was not just confined to the pages of Hansard;…
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State Parliament last week noted the passing of former Niddrie MP Bob Sercombe.“I advise the house of the death of Robert Charles Sercombe, member of the Legislative Assembly for the district of Niddrie from 1988 to 1996,” said the Speaker Maree Edwards.“I ask members to rise in their places as a mark of respect to…
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Nomiunations are now open for the awards named after Cardinia community identity Stan Henwood.Local people C are encouraged to submit nominations to recognise local volunteers who have dedicated their time and efforts to improving and enriching the Cardinia Shire community.The annual award honours the late Stan Henwood OAM for his lifetime contribution to the Tynong…
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Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing Northcote man Leonardo. The 91-year-old was last seen on Victoria Rd, Northcote about 2.30pm on Tues. (Jan. 28) riding his bicycle. Leonardo failed to return home. Police and family have concerns for his welfare due to his age and the length of time he has…
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Melton City Council hosted three citizenship ceremonies leading up to and on Australia Day to welcome the City’s newest Australian citizens. Nearly 1000 residents officially becsme Australian citizens during the ceremonies held at Cobblebank Indoor Stadium. The Australia Day event included a range of community activities following the ceremony including a barbecue, face painting, craft…
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Ian Mallyon was named Mansfield Shire’s Citizen of the Year as a large crowd gathered at the Botanic Park to celebrate Australia Day. The Citizen Awards honour outstanding individuals who have made exceptional contributions to their communities. The 2025 awards were awarded across five categories with a winner in each: • Ian Mallyon, Citizen of…
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The Alexandra communtiy is celebrating that framing identity David Blackmore was recognised with an OAM honour in the Australia Day list. The citation for the founder of Blackmore Wagyu reads: for service to the beef cattle industry. Volunteer Peter Weekes received an Emergency Services Medal.
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A number of local people have been honoured in the 2025 Australia Day honours: Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the General Division• Dr Christine Helen Craik, Darraweit Guim. For significant service to the community as a social worker, to tertiary education, and as a volunteer. • Mr Alister John Purbrick, Nagambie. For…
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A number of local people have been honoured in the 2025 Australia Day honours: Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in the General Division• Professor Richard Anthony Strugnell, Kew. For distinguished service to medicine, particularly microbiology, immunology and vaccinology through tertiary education, research and board positions.• The late the Honourable Kevin James Andrews. For…
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