North Central Review

North Central Review An independently-owned media company featuring community and sports news from North Central Victoria. We have a three strikes you’re out policy.

The North Central Review is an independently-owned media company based in Kilmore, Victoria. We publish two free community newspapers each week – The North Central Review and Whittlesea Review. Both newspapers include news on council-related matters, politics, crime, events, community groups, sport, plus features on health, business, lifestyle, auto, family, food and entertainment, and real estate. Our newspapers are distributed each Tuesday one of Victoria’s fastest-growing regional areas on the fringe of Melbourne’s north. Local newspapers are the heartbeat of their community, engaging the public on important issues specific to the area. Newspapers also provide a platform for all – organisations, businesses, clubs and the public – to contribute to discussion on matters that affect the community. As the only form of media dedicated to covering the entire Mitchell Shire, the North Central Review is a trusted source of news for the community. We also cover news in parts of the Macedon Ranges, while news from the City of Whittlesea is detailed in the Whittlesea Review. Our publications are produced by staff in Kilmore, who pride themselves on their connection with their local communities, ensuring residents are kept up-to-date with what matters most to them in their home towns. The North Central Review continues to be a voice for the community, carrying on a tradition set by local newspapers in Kilmore since 1855. As well as our newspapers, we file digital content to our website and regularly post to social media. Our sister company, Newspaper House Printing (NHP) provides a wide range of commercial printing and graphic design products to help promote your business brand and products.

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🐶 PET OF THE WEEK 🐶THIS week's Pet of the Week is Madeleine Beale's dog Cora!Cora rugged up for winter recently in Kilmo...
10/09/2026

🐶 PET OF THE WEEK 🐶

THIS week's Pet of the Week is Madeleine Beale's dog Cora!
Cora rugged up for winter recently in Kilmore, which came to an end last week!

Do you own a Very Important Pet?
Send us their best photo to [email protected]

The plan would deliver five additional V’Line V’Locity train sets, adding 1,110 seats across the network and allowing lo...
09/09/2026

The plan would deliver five additional V’Line V’Locity train sets, adding 1,110 seats across the network and allowing longer trains to run during busier periods.

Opposition Leader Jess Wilson said the plan would help tackle overcrowding, while Euroa MP Annabelle Cleeland said it would be “transformational” for the Seymour community.

The announcement comes amid ongoing concerns over overcrowding on the Seymour line, including passengers being left behind on platforms.

Would five extra trains make a difference for Seymour commuters?

https://ncreview.com.au/2026/09/08/train-plan-devised/

BREAKING NEWS: Jake Carlisle OUT of RDFNL grand finalThe former Essendon and St Kilda player was initially handed a susp...
09/09/2026

BREAKING NEWS: Jake Carlisle OUT of RDFNL grand final

The former Essendon and St Kilda player was initially handed a suspended penalty, allowing him to take the field in Wallan’s preliminary final win over Riddell.

But after the RDFNL appealed the original penalty, the matter returned to the tribunal on Tuesday night, with Carlisle ultimately suspended for two matches.

That means he will miss Wallan’s grand final against Diggers Rest.

📝 Full story by Cooper O’Brien.
https://ncreview.com.au/2026/09/09/jake-carlisle-ruled-out-of-rdfnl-grand-final/

Owner Jim Hogan says the revamped hotel will provide a family-friendly, elevated dining experience, with a saloon bar, f...
08/09/2026

Owner Jim Hogan says the revamped hotel will provide a family-friendly, elevated dining experience, with a saloon bar, family bistro, kids’ playroom, private dining room, alfresco dining, café/bakery and function space.

The redevelopment could also create close to 80 jobs, while Mr Hogan is already encouraging local tradespeople across the Macedon Ranges to express their interest in the project.

Plans are currently going through the approval process with Macedon Ranges Shire Council, with Mr Hogan confident work can begin once approval is granted.

Find the full story in the comments!

Laurimar fell short against undefeated Ivanhoe in the NFNL Division 3 grand final, while South Morang’s hopes of an imme...
08/09/2026

Laurimar fell short against undefeated Ivanhoe in the NFNL Division 3 grand final, while South Morang’s hopes of an immediate return to Division 1 were ended by Old Paradians in a heartbreaking preliminary final.

The Power led at three-quarter time but couldn’t hold on, eventually going down by 33 points.

The Lions were 13 points up midway through the final term before the Raiders stormed home with four unanswered goals to win by 11 points.

Full local finals wrap 👇
https://ncreview.com.au/2026/09/08/power-and-lions-fall-short/

After a week dominated by the Jake Carlisle tribunal case, the Magpies overcame a strong challenge from the Bombers to s...
07/09/2026

After a week dominated by the Jake Carlisle tribunal case, the Magpies overcame a strong challenge from the Bombers to secure their place in the decider.

Nathan Hrovat was outstanding for Riddell with 48 disposals and 13 clearances, but Wallan held firm when it mattered most, with Sean Morris and Lachlan Smart sealing the win in the final term.

Steven Boyall, Ben Dessent, Dion Hill, Owen Fowler and Morris were among Wallan's best.

The Magpies will now face Diggers Rest in the grand final.

https://ncreview.com.au/2026/09/07/wallan-books-rdfnl-grand-final-after-riddell-win/

05/09/2026

Big day out for the Wallan Senior Football Netball Club. Their seniors and A grade netball both progressed to the grand final.

Full match report will be live this Monday night.

05/09/2026

Sadly not the day for Laurimar and South Morang.

Laurimar gave a great fight against unbeaten Ivanhoe, but the minor premiers progress to Division 2 with a 33-point grand final win.

South Morang were 13 points up midway through the last quarter, but conceded the final four goals of the game to go out to Old Paradians, who play St Mary's in next week's Division 2 grand final.

No luck for Laurimar in the reserves' Division 3 grand final, losing to Ivanhoe by 31 points.The seniors' grand final is...
05/09/2026

No luck for Laurimar in the reserves' Division 3 grand final, losing to Ivanhoe by 31 points.

The seniors' grand final is evenly poised - Laurimar trails by five points at the main break.

Over at Eltham, South Morang's preliminary final clash with Old Paradians is evenly poised, with the Lions trailing by two points.

NFNL Division 3 grand final day - Ivanhoe taking on Laurimar in both senior's and reserves. We'll have a presence both h...
05/09/2026

NFNL Division 3 grand final day - Ivanhoe taking on Laurimar in both senior's and reserves.

We'll have a presence both here and at Romsey Park, where Wallan takes on Riddell for a spot in the RDFNL grand final.

Keep a tab for updates throughout the day.

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