THOUSANDS of Victorians are sitting on a surprise windfall, with the Victorian Government calling on potential beneficiaries to check if they can lay claim to a share of millions of dollars in unclaimed cash. The State Revenue Office (SRO) is holding $111 million in unclaimed money that belongs to people of all ages from across […]
Anne Richey
What are your thoughts on the planned road repairs? Are they enough?
THE Department of Transport was contacted regarding the condition of the roads in Murrindindi Shire, and the feeder roads to the shire, including major highways. It has appeared to many that when there are concerns about the roads, the only action taken is to reduce the speed limit or to put a sign in place […]
Business owners impacted by natural disasters invited to meet with Ombudsman
THE Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) Bruce Billson is set to visit Healesville on Wednesday, February 23 to meet with small business owners who have been impacted by natural disasters. They are encouraging people from Murrindindi to take part in the event, and to take the online survey. Mr Billson says he is […]
Changes to QR rules, and masks could soon be on the way out
PREMIER Daniel Andrews announced COVID-19 rule changes today, as part of ‘normalising’ the virus, and with the reduction in Omicron case numbers. From 6pm on Friday, February 18: – Density limits in hospitality and entertainment venues no longer apply. – QR check ins are no longer required in retail, schools (including early childhood), employees, and […]
Victoria to make a bid to host Commonwealth Games in regional locations
THE Victorian Government has signed a Heads of Agreement with the Commonwealth Games Federation and Commonwealth Games Australia to enter exclusive negotiations to bring the 2026 Commonwealth Games to the state. Premier Daniel Andrews and the Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Martin Pakula have confirmed that, if awarded, the 2026 Commonwealth Games would […]
Hot, dry forecast to increase fire risk
People living in or travelling into regional areas especially across Northern and Western parts of Victoria have been warned by CFA to take care in the coming days as hot and dry conditions are expected to drive up fire risk from Sunday. The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting a low-intensity heatwave from Saturday with hot, […]
A lucky escape on Devlin’s Bridge
ON Thursday, February 10, a collision occurred at Devlin’s Bridge, near Glenburn on the Melba Highway. Paige Johnston, driving a sedan, saw a truck coming towards her with his wheels in her lane. She swerved but he clipped her vehicle. Her vehicle spun and was hanging off the railing for a minute before falling into […]
Kellock Lodge update
KELLOCK Lodge chair Larry Fallon has provided an update on Kellock Lodge, and was pleased to report that the aged care facility has been lucky enough to avoid COVID-19. He added, “The residents have been terrific. They’ve been supportive of anything that has been introduced and only too happy to abide by all of the […]
February 7, 2009
THIRTEEN years ago, the Black Saturday bushfires swept through much of Victoria, destroying lives and homes. 173 people died in the fires, 414 people were injured, 2000 homes were lost, around 450,000 hectares of land was burnt, and countless animals died. It was one of the worst disasters that Victoria has ever experienced. Our thoughts […]
Fatal collision near Yea
Police Media have advised that Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision south of Yea this afternoon. “It is believed two cars collided on Melba Highway around 5pm. “Sadly, the driver of one of the vehicles, a woman who is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene. […]
