Reporting on Maldon and surrounding central goldfields
Although the declared Fire Danger Period (FDP) finished this week on Tuesday 22 April, the CFA warns against complacency during the continued dry period. As restrictions lift, CFA is urging residents to remain fire-aware, as dry Autumnal conditions combined with strong winds can still lead to fast-moving grassfires. Despite the cooler change in conditions, it…
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A local family received a fright during the early hours of Tuesday 28 February when they noticed unusual buzzing sounds outside their open window. Maldon residents Sam and Alex had noticed that their lights had been flickering in the days prior and presumed it was a supply issue, but the puzzling buzz in the middle…
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RACV is reminding Victorian motorists that from Tuesday 1 July 2025, they will be required to slow down to 40 kilometres per hour when passing incident response vehicles that display flashing lights of any colour. RACV General Manager Automotive Services Makarla Cole urged motorists to be aware of the rule change so that they could…
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Rally against ESVF. A group calling itself the CFA Volunteers Group is organising a rally in Bendigo this weekend, protesting against the Emergency Services Volunteer Fund (ESVF). It is gathering those who share concerns about the levy to show support and hear from community leaders at Weeroma Oval in Bendigo between 11am and 1pm on…
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