Upgrade on the cards

THE Mitchell Shire Council (MSC) will make three applications to Sport and Recreation Victoria’s Local Sports Infrastructure Fund to provide Chittick Park with much-needed...

Rail woes in Wandong

TWO separate rail-related incidents last Tuesday combined to deliver another frustrating afternoon for residents across Wandong and Heathcote Junction, proving that when it comes...

Safe Space calling for volunteers

ROMSEY is about to get a new drop-in centre offering connection and support for anybody feeling overwhelmed or distressed, or having thoughts of suicide.The...

Pet of the week- July 28, 2026

Koda Bear Fanelli passed away peacefully at home on July 18, surrounded by the love of her family.Known throughout the Mitchell Shire, Koda was...

Letters to the Editor – July 28, 2026

DonateLife week beginsDear Editor,DONATELIFE Week is a timely reminder that some of the most meaningful gifts we can give cost us nothing at all.Across...

Whittlesea appoints new CEO

THE City of Whittlesea has its new man in charge, with Dan Hogan appointed as its new Chief Executive Officer, starting from September 1.Councillors...

Vale, Brian Alford

THE Whittlesea Agricultural Society is mourning the loss of past president Brian Alford, with his funeral service to be held this afternoon at the...

Whittlesea projects in community grant program

COMMUNITY gardens, social impact programs, and environmental education projects are among 18 local initiatives sharing nearly $180,000 through Yarra Valley Water’s 2026 Community Grants...

Recovery grants open, but rate relief calls grow

MORE recovery support has been announced from the January bushfires, with Minister for Natural Disaster Recovery Vicki Ward announcing grants up to $75,000 are...

Illegal hunting crackdown

POLICE from Yea, Kinglake and Broadford collaborated with the Game Management Authority (GMA), conducting a three-night Operation ’DREAMSTATE’ in the Murrindindi and Mitchell Police...
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