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Building a Better Melton: A Conversation with Mayor Steve Abboushi
We spoke with City of Melton Mayor, Steve Abboushi, who shared his vision for the future, the community’s top priorities, and the steps currently being taken to build a more connected and vibrant Melton.
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Djerriwarrh Festival: The City We Create
We visit Melton’s biggest event of the year for a day filled with fun activities and community spirit!
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From the Sidelines to the Court: Coach Powell's Journey
Burnside Springs United netball coach, Warren Powell, shares how their club shapes netball players to achieve their goals while enjoying the sport.
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Melton Unveils New Resale Shop
Visit the Melton Resale Shop for affordable second-hand treasures, and help create local jobs for people facing employment barriers with every purchase!
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Celebrating the Volunteers Behind the Melton Botanic Garden
Robin, a volunteer with the Friends of Melton Botanic Garden, shares his experience creating a welcoming space for all through his hands-on contributions.
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Empowering Youth in Melton’s South Sudanese Community
Young people are kicking goals with this community-led group at the Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY).
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The Heart Behind Pay It Forward Melton
After a cancer diagnosis, Sonyia Hofherr turned hardship into hope, creating Pay It Forward Melton to support those in need. What began with small donations has grown into a vital community initiative, proving that one act of kindness can spark a movement.
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From Refugee to Community Lawyer: John Kon's Journey of Resilience and Community Impact
After arriving in Australia as a refugee, John Kon turned his challenges into a drive to give back. Now a Lawyer at Brimbank Melton Community Legal Centre, he’s helping others navigate the legal system - showing how lived experience can lead to lasting impact.
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Melton Asian Night Market: Celebrating Culture and Cuisine
The Melton Asian Night Market kicks off a vibrant three-part series of cultural celebrations, bringing the community together through delicious food, live entertainment, and interactive experiences.
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Aintree Community Comes Together for Annual Clean Up
Dozens of people from the Aintree community come out to Deanside Wetlands for a vital clean up as part of the nationwide Clean Up Australia Day movement.
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Empowering the Future: the Aspiring Young Africans Foundation
The Aspiring Young Africans Foundation (ASPYA) is a transformative movement empowering local African-Australian youth through mentorship, education, and community support.
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GirlChat: Changing the World One Conversation at a Time!
GirlChat is a powerful grassroots movement empowering young women through open conversations, leadership, and community-driven change.
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Melton Welcomes New Citizens: Celebrating Australia's Diversity at 2025 Ceremony
Hundreds of residents of Melton proudly became Australian citizens during a vibrant ceremony, marking a pivotal moment in their journey as part of a growing, multicultural community.
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Headspace Youth Advisory Group: Amplifying the voices of Melton for Mental Health
Headspace Melton’s Youth Advocacy Group empowers young voices to shape inclusive, stigma-free mental health support in our community.
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Melton documentary ‘Reclaimed Voices’ makes its debut in Melbourne
Reclaimed Voices is more than a documentary - it’s a movement that amplifies African Australian youth experiences, and sparks much needed conversations on justice, identity, and systemic change.
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Melton Local Makes New Mental Health App, Sevn Clouds
Melton mother Brooke created Sevn Clouds, a simple app offering instant relief for anxiety and panic attacks.
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Mandalas in Melton
See how this local created Buddhist-inspired artworks and gave the Melton library the gift of meditation
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Headspace Melton: A Growing Tree of Hope for our Mental Health Services
Headspace Melton provides essential support services to young people who are facing mental health challenges
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Local Foodbank Helps Families During the Cost of Living Crisis
Dozens of volunteers are rolling up their sleeves to help put food on the table for families in their community
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