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Cheetham Wetlands Ramsar Bid: Bay Trail Extension, Birdlife, Eco-Tourism

Cheetham Wetlands nominated for expanded Ramsar listing adding 1361 hectares. Bay Trail boardwalk opens across wetlands. Migratory shorebirds, eco-tourism boost for Point Cook.

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RAAF Base Point Cook Open Day 2024: Heritage Aircraft, Museum Tours, Community

Over 2000 visitors attended the RAAF Base Point Cook Father's Day open day. Heritage flights, C-27J Spartan tours, museum access highlight aviation birthplace.

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Point Cook Town Centre Growth: New Retail, Aldi Plan, Pop-Up Park Debate

Stockland Point Cook expands with Point Social precinct while Aldi plans $9.2M hub in Point Cook West. Murnong Street pop-up park faces traffic reopening debate.

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Mallacoota Inlet on the East Gippsland coast

Wild Harvest Seafood Festival Returns to Mallacoota

The Wild Harvest Seafood Festival returns to Mallacoota from 25 to 27 September. See what is on, where it is held, and what to eat and drink across the weekend.

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Romsey Hotel Revival: An 8 Million Dollar Plan for the Macedon Ranges

An 8 million dollar revival is planned for the long-closed Romsey Hotel. See the proposed cafe, bistro and function room and what it means for Romsey.

Dam wall at Lake Eppalock in central Victoria

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Lake Eppalock Spilling: Flood Risk Explained for Rochester

Lake Eppalock is spilling into the Campaspe River after a wet winter. Learn what spilling means for Rochester flood risk and where to follow official warnings.

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Victorian Waterfalls Are Flowing After Record Rain: Where to See Them

More than 100 Victorian waterfalls are flowing strongly after record August rain. See the best falls near towns across the state before they slow down.

Sep 14, 2026

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Soldiers Hill Heritage Home Goes From Unliveable to a $2.2 Million Auction Pad

A Soldiers Hill heritage home once deemed unliveable is now a five-bedroom residence heading to auction. See the full transformation and auction price guide.

Sep 14, 2026

West Tarneit Station Opens to Passengers in Melbourne's West

West Tarneit Station opened on 13 September 2026 in Melbourne's west. Find out what the new Wyndham Vale line stop adds for commuters and local residents.

Sep 14, 2026