Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Emergency Services
Fire Rescue Victoria crews responded to a house fire at Ferndale Rd in Sunshine North on Friday afternoon (Oct. 3).Firefighters arrived within five minutes to find smoke and flames issuing from the roof of a single storey brick home.Three occupants were able to evacuate safely and confirm all persons were accounted for.Firefighters in breathing apparatus…
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Council News
Centenary Park Golf Course will enter a new chapter from July 2026, with management of the much-loved public facility to be taken on by Peninsula Leisure Pty Ltd.“The change marks a new direction designed to maximise community benefit, unlock opportunities for reinvestment, and strengthen Frankston City’s reputation as a leading destination for sport and recreation…
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Politics
Pakenham MLA Emma Vulin and Bass MLA Jordan Grugnale will not contest the State Election in November 2026.Premier Jacinta Allan said of Ms Vulin: “Helping others is a part of who Emma is – something instilled in her from a young age.“Emma worked in retail, administration and as a vet nurse, before following in her…
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Health
Rosebud Hospital is set for a refurbishment, with Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas announce a $4 million upgrade.The hospital is set to receive new, modern ventilation and infection control systems that will improve overall safety for staff and patients.The emergency care area is also set for an upgrade – which will enhance accessibility and make patient…
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Council News
Mornington Peninsula Council has reaffirmed its commitment to a safer community, allocating a one-off investment of $500,000 to upgrade the Shire’s CCTV camera system.A key new feature of the upgrade will be access to footage from cloud-based platforms, enabling police to view footage from multiple devices while on patrol.The Shire currently maintains 60 CCTV cameras…
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Police News
Police are investigating a fatal truck rollover in Balliang on Friday morning (Oct. 3).It is understood the truck lost control before it rolled on the Bacchus Marsh Rd about 11.35am.The driver and sole occupant of the truck died at the scene.Police are working to establish the exact circumstances of the incident.Anyone who witnessed the incident,…
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Community News
A snake, believed to be a copperhead but potentially a brown snake, has been reported across the road from Wandong Primary School near the rail bridge.Local snake removalist Anthony Calleja was notified and was tosafely relocate the snake once it reappears, likely on the next sunny day.“We appreciate the community staying alert and taking care…
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Council News
Murrindindi Shire Council has adopted the Boundary Creek Open Space Concept Plan at Yea.the Council says it sets a clear direction for the future of this important community space.“The four-hectare site, located along Boundary Creek and adjacent to the Yea Springs Estate, was created through land provided to Council by the Estate developer, as part…
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Community News
Murrindindi Shire Council is calling for tenders to reinstate Breakaway Bridge atAcheron.The Council is telling State and Federal Governments that full funding is needed to deliver a safe, functional and future- proofed bridge.Breakaway Bridge was damaged in the October 2022 floods, severing a vital connection for Acheron and surrounding districts.“Since then, Council has worked with…
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Emergency Services
Fire Rescue Victoria responded to a structure fire on Bay St, Port Melbourne, after callers to Triple Zero (000) at 5.28am on Monday, September 29,reported smoke issuing from a roof.Firefighters arrived on scene within five minutes to find a fire in a roof space of a two-storey building.Crews donned breathing apparatus and attacked the fire…
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