Crime
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Remains found at Mt Macedon identified
UPDATE: Police have identified the body found at Mount Macedon on Monday as that of missing Avondale Heights, woman Karen Ristevski. Mrs Ristevski, 47, was…
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Justice workers welcome corrections support
Employees at Malmsbury youth detention centre have welcomed the deployment of prison officers to restore order. About 40 additional Corrections Victoria staff – including…
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Spike in Sunbury burglaries
At least eight Sunbury homes have been targeted by burglars in recent weeks and police are calling for residents to be vigilant. Burglars have…
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Funding secured for anti-violence challenge
A new project will aim to improve gender equity and prevent sexism and violence against women in local male-dominated volunteer organisations. Macedon Ranges council has…
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Residents want cease fire at Macedon airstrip
Woodend residents are calling for a ceasefire at an old Macedon airstrip they say hunters and recreational shooters have turned into a rifle range…
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Plate thefts on the rise
Number plate theft in the Macedon Ranges is on the rise and among the crimes “concerning local police”, according to their commander. Local Area Commander…
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Vandals damage Billy Thorpe memorial again
A memorial honouring the contribution of rocker Billy Thorpe to the Sunbury Pop Festival has been vandalised for the third time in recent years. A…
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Five little piggies go home
Five piglets have been returned to their home after a bizarre custody battle involving a not-for-profit animal sanctuary and the animals’ owner. Edgar’s Mission, in…
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Parking properly could pay off – Council
Drivers who ignore parking restrictions in the Macedon Ranges are on notice. Council enforcement officers will be patrolling the shire’s hot-spots for parking offences, including…
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Footballer remembered with junior trophy
Junior Sunbury football players who encompass the spirit of one of the Sunbury Lions’ favourite sons, will be recognised with an annual award. The club…
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Crime continues to soar in Sunbury
Drug offences and breaches of court orders are behind a massive 77 per cent annual spike in Sunbury’s crime rate. Data released by the Crime…
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Juvenile detention centres “in crisis”
Rioting at Victoria’s juvenile detention centres has prompted calls for a state government inquiry into the youth justice system. Families and Children Minister Jenny Mikakos…
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