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Melton News Now, Melton South (2025)

17/12/2025

JUST IN: With the region headed for 37 tomorrow, V-line has enacted their extreme heat timetable.

For commuters, this means some trains may be delayed or some services may be changed.

For the latest travel advice it’s recommended to check the PTV website.

17/12/2025

MAN KILLED IN WORKPLACE ACCIDENT; WORKSAFE INVESTIGATING

By: Editorial Team
Date: 17/12/2025

Police will prepare a report for the coroner after a man died during a terrifying incident at a business in Ravenhall this afternoon.

Emergency services were called to a commercial premises on Christies Road about 5:00pm on after receiving reports that a man had been struck by a truck.

Paramedics attended the scene and treated the man, however he could not be revived.

The truck driver involved remained at the scene and is assisting police with their inquiries.

WorkSafe Victoria have been notified and is attending to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Police have confirmed the death is not being treated as suspicious.

16/12/2025

THIEVES STEAL LIFESAVING EQUIPMENT IN FIRESTATION ROBBERY

Melton South’s satellite fire station has been broken into overnight, with vital lifesaving equipment stolen from two brigade vehicles.

Victoria Police are investigating, with the theft believed to involve two offenders. The CFA station says the stolen gear was bought through community grants and volunteer fundraising.

Despite the setback, the brigade says it remains committed to protecting the Melton community.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

13/12/2025

Issued Today at 4:35 PM.

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Maryborough, Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh, Daylesford, Castlemaine and surrounds.

Damaging winds, large hailstones and heavy rainfall are likely.

This Advice replaces the Advice issued at 3:23 PM today.

Be aware of potential hazards caused by the severe thunderstorms, including floodwater, debris, damaged buildings, trees down and fallen power lines.

What you should do:
Large hail is expected. Stay inside and away from windows.
Park your car undercover and away from trees.
Stay inside if conditions outside appear dangerous.
Contact family members and neighbours to ensure they are aware of the situation, if safe to do so.

If you are driving:
If driving conditions are dangerous, safely pull over away from trees, drains, low lying areas and floodwater.
Be aware of road hazards such as mud, debris and damaged roads or bridges.

For road closure information, check the VicTraffic website, contact your local council or call VicRoads (13 11 70).

Stay informed by listening to emergency broadcasters and monitoring warnings.

Call Triple Zero (000) in a life threatening emergency.
For severe weather related emergency assistance from the SES, phone 132 500.

Impacts in your area:
The potential impacts of thunderstorms in your area
include:
Building damage
Fallen power lines
Fallen trees and branches
Flash flooding
Landslides
Overflowing drains and gutters
Broken windows
Damage to vehicles
Flooding in properties and homes
Dangerous road conditions

This message was issued by State Emergency Service.

The next update is expected by 13/12/2025 07:40 pm or as the situation changes.

Use multiple sources to stay informed:
www.emergency.vic.gov.au
VicEmergency Hotline - freecall 1800 226 226
VicEmergency app
Facebook or Twitter ( )
Tune in to ABC Local Radio, commercial and designated community radio stations, or Sky News TV.

Accessibility:
The following services can help you, or someone you know, access information during an emergency.

To access this information in other languages call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 (freecall) and ask them to call VicEmergency Hotline.

If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment contact the National Relay Service and ask them to call the VicEmergency Hotline.

11/12/2025

POLICE MEMBERS WALK TO RAISE AWARENESS AROUND MENTAL HEALTH

By: Editorial Team
Date: 11/12/2025

Victoria Police members took part in an annual walk yesterday from Brimbank to Melton.

The all day event saw dozens of members walk 30 plus kilometres, starting at the Sunshine Police Station and ending at the Melton Police Station.

Raising awareness about mental health, members can discuss strategies to tackle the issue and continue to look after and watch out for each other.

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

09/12/2025

YOUNG GIRL INJURED FOLLOWING ATTEMPTED ARMED ROBBERY IN MELTON WEST TUESDAY AFTERNOON

By: Editorial Team
Date: 10/12/2025

Police are investigating after a teenage girl was injured during an attempted armed robbery in Melton West on Tuesday afternoon.

The 17-year-old was walking her dog in Navan Park, along Centenary Avenue, around 2:30PM when she was confronted by an unknown man who demanded her phone.

A struggle followed, during which the offender pulled out a knife.

The girl tried to run, suffering a small laceration to her upper body.

Paramedics treated her at the scene, and she did not require hospitalisation.

The offender had fled before officers arrived.

Detectives are now searching for a man believed to be about 30 years old, between 170 and 180 centimetres tall, with a dark complexion, thin build and clean-shaven appearance.

He was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black pants and distinctive red-and-white Converse shoes.

Brimbank Divisional Response Unit investigators are reviewing CCTV and appealing to the public for assistance.

Anyone who was in the area, has dashcam footage, or witnessed the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

06/12/2025

Do you have a Christmas lights display? Do you know someone who does? We want to hear from you.

We’re on the hunt for the regions best Christmas lights display.

Send us a DM with a picture of your display, or share it in the comments.

20/11/2025

DRIVER DIES FOLLOWING HEAD-ON COLLISION WITH TRUCK AND UTE

By: Editorial Team
Date: 21/11/2025

A man has died after a serious collision at Parwan early this morning.

Emergency services were called to Ballan Road just after 6:25am after a ute travelling west collided with an oncoming truck.

The driver of the ute, who was the sole occupant, and is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.

The truck driver was not injured.

Ballan Road remains completely closed near the Bacchus Marsh–Geelong Road intersection as crash investigators work to piece together the circumstances of the collision.

Detectives from the Major Collision Investigation Unit are examining the scene and will prepare a report for the coroner.

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage from the area to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

06/11/2025

NEW MAYOR: Melton officially has a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor.

Cr Lara Carli has been elected as the City of Melton’s new Mayor, while Cr Dr Phillip Zada has been elected as Deputy Mayor.

06/11/2025

6.11.25
By: Editorial Team

ANNUAL BACCHUS MARSH CAROLS IN JEOPARDY

Bacchus Marsh residents may not have their Christmas Carols this year due to insufficient funding.

Now in its 11th year, the annual event has been a hit for children and parents alike.

"The committee are at a loss" says Daniel Webb. "It's the only local carols in Bacchus Marsh, and we are facing a reality that we may not be able to put this famly friendly event together, without financial backing from the Moorabool Council and local businesses."

"We are at a stage where we need to ask for community support. If you want the Christmas Carols to stay in Bacchus Marsh, please, please support us. It's seeing the children smiling, dancing and spending time with family. These events are an integral part of the community."

Details of the Bacchus Marsh Christmas fund here:

https://gofund.me/165d72c45

30/10/2025

BREAKING: Melton News Now has been undergoing changes behind the scenes.

As part of these changes we have unveiled a refreshed social media strategy, aiming to deliver more engaging content while keeping you informed with trusted local and national news.

More announcements to be made.

17/10/2025

TRAFFIC WOES CONTINUE IN MELTON.
17.10.25
By: Editorial Team

Melton residents are "fed up" with traffic snarls caused by road closures & rail crossing removals.

Residents living in Cobblebank, Strathtulloh, Thornhill Park & surrounds are furious with ongoing road closures and rail crossing removals, calling for a blitz to finish lagging works.

Commuters who travel along Ferris Rd from the Western Freeway through the rail crossing removal at Cobblebank, are experiencing 25 to 30 minute delays.

"Where are the crossing removal workers? Let's hope they don't have to drive through here during peak hour!"

"Its so slow, it'd be quicker to park and walk"

Another resident commented: "Alfred Rd to Thornhill Park is still closed, the traffic on Ferris Road makes life so much harder to get home"

"Melton is now the fastest growing area in Victoria, had we forseen the road infrastructure not keeping up with the exploding population growth, we wouldn't have bought in this area"

What has your experience been travelling around the greater Melton area in recent times?

Let us know in the comments

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