Reporting on Maldon and surrounding central goldfields
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has expressed concerns over the state government’s handling of the Environmental Effects Statement (EES) process, arguing that it fails to consider the social, economic, and environmental impacts on agriculture and farm businesses.
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With the welcome relief from the previous day’s heat, we arrived at our regular Bridge afternoon with perhaps an extra ‘skip’ in our step as we looked forward to our next game. Ken was organised, the tables and cards were set, and the numbers computed for the draw. “Umm!” Said Ken, “It appears we are…
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The Department of Health is urging Victorians to take simple steps to reduce the spread of cryptosporidiosis, a type of gastroenteritis, with cases expected to increase through summer. There were 1,125 cryptosporidiosis notifications in Victoria during 2025, following a record 2,350 notifications in 2024. Cryptosporidiosis is a parasitic infection (germ) that can cause watery diarrhoea…
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The Maldon Swap Meet is back on! After announcing a cancellation, organiser Mark Blythe has been supported by Council to untangle the red tape and keep the event in Maldon, with a new date of 14 December. Both parties are rapt; it’s a great outcome for the community and for all the bargain hunters who…
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