There’s a bear in there
The COVID-19 global pandemic has seen community driven “bear hunts” popping up all over the country and Diggers Rest is no exception. Despite encouraging some disciplined outdoor walking activities, the …
A new buzz about biz
We are excited to announce the public trial of a new online local business directory platform for Diggers Rest. For some time now, residents have been calling for an easy …
New app to trek Diggers Rest
Launched earlier this month, the new downloadable app called “Trekker” helps to create adventures using your mobile phone. You can design adventures to share with family, friends and the world. …
No place for Gold Shelter
The Caroline Chisholm Gold Shelter is expected to be replaced with a new structure as part of the proposed upgrades to the Stan Payne Reserve. In 2001, the community built …
Fake Tradies season is upon us
As the weather warms up, fake tradies (also known as travelling con men) will be knocking on doors and dropping leaflets, offering home improvement services. Consumer Affairs Victoria is warning …
Brigade welcomes grant funding
State Member for Sunbury, Josh Bull announced tonight that the Diggers Rest Fire Brigade will receive $182,800.00 through the 2018-19 Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP). This funding will help …
Keep intersection clear
Today, Melton City Council have undertaken ‘KEEP CLEAR’ line-marking works at the intersection of Welcome Road and Diggers Rest Coimadai Road. It’s anticipated the new signage will help to minimise …
Houdini’s land model plane
Today marks the 2nd anniversary of Houdini’s Café e Cucina in Diggers Rest. Diggers Rest is well known for the First Powered Controlled flight of an aircraft in Australia by …
Tough talk on crime
In September a public meeting was held in Diggers Rest to discuss community safety and the possibility of establishing a neighbourhood crime prevention group. Melton City Council hosted the event …
Candidates commit to talks on hotel
This month marks the 8th anniversary of the fire which destroyed the historical Diggers Rest Hotel. Since the 2008 fire, the hotel has remained in ruins and despite the desperate …