helen Tatchell
Call for National Parks
Over 50 regional, state, and national environment groups have signed an open letter to the Premier, calling for an immediate end to logging in...
Plan to preserve Avenue
By Alice Dell (3rd Yr LaTrobe Uni)
Moorabool Shire Council has recently developed the Bacchus Marsh Avenue of Honour Management Strategy and Preservation Plan.
The...
Harvester safety reminder
By Alice Dell (3rd Yr Latrobe Uni)
The CFA wants to remind farmers of harvester safety precautions in the lead up to warmer and drier...
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor,
I am writing to express my deep concern over what appears to be, a discriminatory practice by the Victorian Labor Government regarding the...
Our Threatened Native Grasslands – Part II
Part II
Use of fire in managing grasslands
Ben Courtice, a local botanist and professional bush regenerator, spoke about the use of fire in managing grasslands.
People...
Plan before you leave
By Alice Dell (3rd Yr LaTrobe Uni)
If you and your family wish to leave your property during a bushfire this season, there are now...
‘Naughty’ councillors on notice
By Lachlan Ellis
New State Government legislation to improve councillor performance and accountability have been praised by councils, and are set to be introduced next...
Early education boost
More early childhood education spots are on the way for Ballan families, thanks to a brand-new service funded by the Federal Government.
Set to open...
Bacchus Marsh Basketball Association (VJBL)
Grading Phase 1 - Game 2
Overall, A disappointing night from a results perspective with only 3 teams recording a win, 2 of those...
Should Council purchase historic buildings?
By Tina Seirlis
An article (M/News 14 Nov) about the sale of historically significant Manor House has stimulated community interest about the potential for public...
