Build it, they will come
Construction will soon be underway on the new $8.2m Diggers Rest Pavilion which is set to replace the ageing infrastructure at the Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve. The new complex promises …
Employment hub to start
At the December Meeting of Council held last night, Council confirmed that planning for the 23Ha employment land in Diggers Rest is currently underway. Planning and Development Manager for the …
Primary School $3.2m upgrade
Today the Minister for Education and Member for Sunbury Josh Bull announced that the Diggers Rest Primary School will receive $3.2 million to upgrade and modernise the school. Construction of …
Houdini plane display
Local Melton resident Ian Satur became well known for his contribution to the 2010 Houdini Festival of Flight celebrations held in the municipality of Melton. As part of the festivities, …
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 …
Banks Drive Project underway
The heavy lifting on the new Diggers Rest Retail and Entertainment Precinct has begun. Located along Banks Drive, which is the continuation of Houdini Drive, the new development promises to …
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. …
Going, going… Gone!
As part of the 2020 Stan Payne Reserve upgrade, the Caroline Chisholm Gold Shelter is in the process of being demolished. The shelter commemorated the efforts of Caroline Chisholm, who …
Glitter Road footpath
In early 2018, Melton City Council undertook a review of parking and access around the Supermarket in Glitter Road. The review indicated the need to provide a footpath along the …
Support for market grows
The VCAT decision against the proposed caravan park has most certainly got tongues wagging about the future of the land next to the Diggers Rest Hotel. Following growing interest for …