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MORNINGTON PENINSULA: Eramosa Rd East could be closed until Christmas

Saturday, September 12, 2026

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…

Council News

MORNINGTON PENINSULA: CEO speaks out on parking dilemma

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…

Police News

GREATER GEELONG: Charges over fire

Geelong Crime Investigation Unit detectives charged a man following a suspicious fire in Corio.Investigators allege a man was seen lighting a rubbish pile on fire outside a property on Sharland Rd about 6.10pm on Tuesday, August 11.The fire spread to the house, which sustained extensive damage.Three occupants inside the property were evacuated safely and there…

Emergency Services

WHITTLESEA: Suspicious fire at Mill Park

Fire Rescue Victoria crews responded at 2.28am Thursday (Sep. 10) to an incident on Ford Ct, Mill Park after callers to Triple Zero (000) reported a house fire.Crews arrived on scene within seven minutes to find a single storey house fully involved.Firefighters donned breathing apparatus and began attacking the fire as well as protecting the…

Emergency Services

HUME: Blaze at Campbellfield

Fire Rescue Victoria responded to an incident at Sycamore Cr, Campbellfield at 3.46am Thursday (Sep. 10) after callers to Triple Zero (000) reported a house fire.Crews arrived on scene to find a single storey house fully involved.FRV crews donned breathing apparatus and began attacking the fire as well as preventing any fire spread to adjoining…

Emergency Services

BRIMBANK: Fire at Taylors Lakes

Fire Rescue Victoria responded to an incident at 4.19am Friday (Sep. 11) at Melton Hwy, Taylors Lakes, after callers to Triple Zero (000) reported a structure fire.Crews arrived on scene within five minutes to find a restaurant shop front fully involved in fire, so the response was escalated.Firefighters donned breathing apparatus and began attacking the…

Police News

BOROONDARA: Robbery at Hawthorn East

Armed Crime Squad detectives charged five people following an armed robbery at a licensed gaming venue in Hawthorn East on Thursday morning (Sep. 10).It is alleged four offenders attended the commercial premises on Burwood Rd about 1.20am.Invesigators will allege they were armed with knives and confronted the victim, making demands for money. They allegedly stole…

Observer

GREATER BENDIGO: Truck driver charged

Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives have charged a man following a fatal collision in Bendigo last year.Emergency services were called to reports a truck had collided with a pedestrian on High St just after 8.30am on October 10 last year.The pedestrian, a 15-year-old boy, died at the scene.The truck driver, a 36-year-old Sebastian man, was…

Police News

NORTHERN GRAMPIANS: Crash at Navarre

A woman has died following a crash in Navarre on Thursday night (Sep. 10).Emergency services were called to reports a car crashed into a tree on Stawell-Avoca Rd about 8.30pm.The 23-year-old driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was airlifted to hospital where she later died.Horsham Highway Patrol officers will investigate the circumstances surrounding the…

Observer

OBSERVER: Literary Awards winners

Friday, September 11, 2026

Writing Australia announced the winners of the 2026 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards, celebrating six outstanding books that reflect the breadth, skill and vitality of Australian storytelling.The winners were revealed at a ceremony at the National Library of Australia, Canberra, on Thursday (Sep. 10).The Prime Minister’s Literary Awards recognise the exceptional contribution Australian writers, illustrators, poets…