Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Mordialloc MLA Tim Richardson (pictured) says the Bear St level crossing boom gates are gone for good.“It is part of our plan to make Mordialloc level crossing free and the Frankston train line level crossing free by 2029,” Mr Richardson told State Parliament last week“Many said that this was not possible, yet we see an…
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The 75th anniversary of the Brighton Philatelic Society has received a mention in State Parliament by Brighton MLA James Newbury.“ On September 12, 1950, at the former dispensary committee rooms opposite North Brighton Station, the Brighton Philatelic Society was formed,” Mr Newbury said.“The minutes of the first meeting reveal that 20 pioneering souls were present….
Read More about BAYSIDE: 75th anniversary for Philatelic SocietyScouts in Kalkallo now have a purpose-built hall. Youth MNinister Natalie Suleyman (pictured officially opened the new hall at Gilgai Plains Primary School.The hall will act as a hub for local Scouts and Girl Guides, offering a safe and accessible space for meetings, leadership programs, social connection and outdoor activities.Located adjacent to the Recreation Reserve,…
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A search of a suspect commuter led to transit police uncovering more than 120,000 illegal cigarettes during a warrant at Upper Ferntree Gully.Protective Services Officers were patrolling the Belgrave line as part of vehicle theft operation when they came across a commuter allegedly carrying an open can of alcohol and smelling of cannabis.A search of…
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Ballarat Crime Investigation Unit detectives have released CCTV footage as they investigate two copper thefts from construction sites in Bonshaw.It is understood a male offender arrived at a housing development site on Cherry Flat Rd, with a box over his head, about 4.45am on Wednesday, August 13.Police were told he used a saw and bolt…
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The Victorian Electoral Commission has declared the result of the Lalor Ward by-election – Michael Labrador will serve for the remainder of the current Council term. Cr Labrador was sworn in today (QWed., Aug. 13), and will begin the Council induction program over the coming week.
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An event, celebrating the 200th Anniversary of Organ Music in Australia, having its beginning with Australia’s very first pipe organ public performance at St David’s Church Hobart on May 15, 1825.The organ, ordered from London in 1824, and shipped to Tasmania at great expense was the very beginning, where today there is said to be…
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Emilie Collyer’s Super is a theatrical indulgence whimsically delving into the absurd.Phoenix (Lucy Ansell), Rae (Caroline Lee) and Nel (Laila Thaker) all have unconventional superpowers – the ability to control anger, to bring people to tears, and an inordinate capacity to organise.Collyer dispenses with the usual notions of character development and narrative exploring concepts like…
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The Young Australian Broadway Chorus will present the musical Mary Poppins Jr from July 16-19 at the Cripps Centre, 217 Glen Eira Rd, St Kilda East.A division of Stage School Australia, the YABC has assembled a cast of 90 young performers to bring the show to life.The high-energy, large-scale production features all the well-known songs,…
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SHOWS Malvern Theatre Company: Macbeth (by William Shakespeare) Until July 5 at 29 Burke Rd., Malvern East. Director: David McLean. Bookings: 1300 131 552.Williamstown Little Theatre: Rabbit Hole (by David Lindsay-Abaire) Until July 12 at 2-4 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: John Bishop. Bookings: wlt.org.au/book-ticketsWangaratta Players: Rumours (by Neil Simon) Until July 6 at Stage Door…
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