News
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New panel to help drive business in Whittlesea
Business, tourism and education leaders from across Whittlesea have joined with council to form the municipality’s inaugural Business Advisory Panel. The panel comprises representatives from…
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Briefs
Quarantine centre builder found Fleetwood Limited has secured the construction contract for the 1000-bed Mickleham quarantine centre. The principal contractor of the Centre for National…
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North’s jab rate hailed
Prominent figures in Melbourne’s north are celebrating the area’s success in increasing COVID-19 vaccination rates, amid an outbreak that has seen the north record thousands…
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Community calendar
Want your event listed? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities.…
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Grants for community connection
Two Whittlesea organisations are among recipients of Australia Post’s 2021 community grants. Whittlesea Community Connections and Whittlesea Womenhood Association were two of 76 recipients across…
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Paramedic boost for Hume
More paramedics will be on the road in Hume, following the launch of a new Medium Acuity Transport Service. The service hit the roads last…
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Spotlight on cultural heritage
Whittlesea community groups keen to showcase and celebrate their cultural heritage with a project or event can apply for a cash boost from council. The…
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Improve the comfort of your home and save money
The Andrews Labor government Home Heating and Cooling Upgrades program helps low income and vulnerable households to replace their old heater with a more efficient…
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Facebook group tracks exposure sites
Residents of the 3064 postcode are turning to a Facebook group for updates about COVID-19 exposure sites, as the health department’s official website falls behind…
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Free workshop offers food tips
A new Whittlesea council workshop will offer parents and carers a reprieve from mealtime battles with their youngsters. The council had joined with DPV Health…
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Medcraft back monitor call
Hume deputy mayor Jack Medcraft has backed calls for a monitor to be appointed to oversee the council. As reported by Star Weekly, Cr Jodi…
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Plan to boost Whittlesea’s economy
Enabling local employment, education opportunities and successful and innovative local businesses are the goals of a new strategy being developed to strengthen Whittlesea’s economy. The…













