Local Newspapers from Melbourne, Victorisa, Australia
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Council News
“The Eildon Key Worker Housing Project is approaching a key milestone, with six new houses now installed at Twenty First St and expected to be available from July-August,” Murrindindi Shire Chief Executive Officer Livia Bonazzi Ipictured) told last week’s Council meeting.“A further stage at Eighth St is scheduled to commence shortly, with additional dwellings anticipated…
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Council News
The City of Whittlesea is calling for continued, long-term investment in Donnybrook Rd. The Council is warning that rapid population growth will significantly outpace the corridor’s current capacity despite the latest funding announcement from the Federal and State Governments.“While we acknowledge the Stage 2 funding from the Federal and State Governments, it does not go…
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Community News
Frontline rangers and operational staff at Parks Victoria are taking protected industrial action, with the Australian Workers’ Union calling for a reclassification and pay uplift.“Our members are the people on the ground. They build campgrounds and amenities, carry out rescues, and protect and save wildlife. They are the reason Victoria’s parks stay pristine and safe…
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Community News
State Opposition Leader Jess Wilson has announced the first part of their cuts plan, says Eureka MLA Michaela Settle (pictured).“The Liberals and Nationals will slash one in seven public servants – directly impacting services in our regions,” said Ms Settle.She said that new analysis shows that this means at least 1,00 workers across regional Victoria…
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Council News
A number of road safety signs installed on Harrys Creek Rd, Euroa Strathbogie Rd and Longwood Ruffy Rd will be removed in the coming weeks following feedback from residents.The yellow and black chevron signs were installed as part of the TAC-funded Safer Local Road and Streets Program, but residents have expressed concern about the number…
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Council News
A public clearance auction of surplus plant, equipment and operational assets from Mitchell Shire Council’s Broadford and Seymour Depots will be held on Friday, June 19.The auction is a one-off event conducted by Nutrien Ag Solutions on Mitchell Council’s behalf.Items include plant and civil equipment, farming and agricultural machinery, minor equipment, generators, tyres, culverts and…
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Latest Issues
The First Edition of this week’s Local Paper/Melbourne Observer is published online. Read online at: https://issuu.com/…/the_local_paper._eastern_suburbs_ed… Next online issue is Wed., June 3, 2026 Next print/online issue is Wed., June 10, 2026
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Police News
Melbourne Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged a man in relation to a threat made via telephone on Thursday (may 21).It is alleged the man made a phone call to a media outlet in Sydney making a threat of an incident taking place on Bourke St.That outlet immediately contacted Crime Stoppers and as a result…
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Police News
Detectives from the Arson and Explosives Squad are investigating following a suspicious fire at a Richmond car dealership.Police believe up to three people used a vehicle to smash their way into the Swan St premises, near the intersection of Burnley St, about 11.20pm on Thursday, (May 21).Once inside, the offenders spread accelerant throughout the premises…
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Police News
Casey Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged six people after two allegedly stolen cars were located in Cranbourne East on Friday morning (May 22).The youths and the alleged stolen cars, a Mercedes hatchback and a Mazda 3 wagon, were spotted by patrolling police on Cortula Rd about 2.10pm.A 19-year-old Cranbourne East man was arrested nearby.The…
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