Two Taylors Hill men are among 12 people arrested by detectives as part of an investigation into the alleged extortion of tobacco stores linked to a Middle Eastern organised crime syndicate Fourteen warrants were executed on March 17 at residential addresses in Taylors Hill Meadow Heights and storage facilities in Roxburgh Park and Coolaroo Police subsequently arrested a dozen people including two 19-year-olds from Taylors Hill authorities from Taskforce Lunar also seized four firearms Taskforce Lunar Detective Inspector Graham Banks said police would continue to crackdown on organised crime “We will allege that those we’ve arrested today have been carrying out extortions on behalf of a serious and organised crime figure who resides offshore,” he said “Victoria Police has been crystal clear that we will target all of those involved at absolutely every level of this criminality — be it a syndicate leader a facilitator or the foot soldiers carrying out the arson attacks and extortions “There is a total lack of care and respect for life and the community and we will relentlessly keep working our way up until we get all the way to the top of these organised crime groups.” Police will allege those involved have been attending tobacco stores and providing an international WhatsApp phone number and instructing store owners to call the number a member of the syndicate instructs owners to pay a sum of money monthly or threatens to burn the store down Police said the investigation remains ongoing Anyone with information on serious and organised crime linked to the illicit tobacco trade is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppers.com.au A motorcyclist has died after colliding with a car at a busy intersection in Melbourne The rider collided with a Mazda at the intersection of Gourlay Road and Kirribilli Avenue in Taylors Hill debris is seen strewn across the intersection The female driver of a silver Mazda is currently being interviewed by detectives It's understood the car had green P-plates on it Victoria Police said the circumstances of the fatal crash were still unclear and that an investigation had been launched Anyone with information or any CCTV or dashcam footage of the crash have been urged to contact Crime Stoppers Major terror attack 'was just HOURS away' before it was foiled by the special forces and police:.. 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A Taylors Hill home was destroyed this morning when a fire broke out after its occupants had left The fire was reported shortly before 9am this morning with fire visible through the roof of the single-storey brick veneer house It was extinguished in about 30 minutes by CFA and MFB firefighters District 14 Commander Alex Batty said six trucks and 30 firefighters conducted an external and internal attack with those going inside equipped with breathing apparatus Crews were also designated to protect neighbouring properties which were successfully saved from the impact of the fire Firefighters remained on scene for some time extingushing hotspots Fire investigators will attend to determine the cause which is unknown at this stage but not deemed to be suspicious View all stories View more contacts The Facebook feed is contained within an iframe and as such is not available via keyboard access. Please visit our Facebook page directly to view the latest feeds. 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Tweets by CFA_Updates We are currently experiencing issues with our embedded Twitter feed We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the land Copyright 2025 CFA (Country Fire Authority) Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time A man has been charged after allegedly pursuing another vehicle in a high-speed chase in Melbourne’s west that ended with his friend being shot dead beside him in the passenger seat of a stolen BMW appeared in court on Friday charged with multiple offences – including conduct endangering life dangerous driving and car theft – after he chased a Mitsubishi sedan through Taylors Hill on Sunday leaving its occupants “petrified and fearing for their lives” After the Mitsubishi crashed into bollards separating Grange Terrace and Johnston Way in Taylors Hill in an attempt to escape from Guerra’s BMW an occupant emerged and fired a sawn-off shotgun through the BMW’s windscreen Craigieburn man Aymon Fatho called triple zero and knocked on a nearby door CCTV footage of a person at the scene of the Taylors Hill shooting.Credit: Nine News Emergency services found a wounded Fatho alone in the BMW on Vaucluse Boulevard in Taylors Hill about 11.30pm on Sunday. Paramedics treated him, but he died at the scene Police believe Guerra – who appeared in the Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on Friday – broke into a Mulgrave mechanic early Sunday morning and stole the BMW which was one of 28 cars reported stolen from the business Fatho approached the Mitsubishi in a Caroline Springs car park Fatho had earlier fallen out with the two occupants of the car and he kicked and punched the Mitsubishi before it drove out of the car park ramming the Mitsubishi at least three times at one point causing the fleeing vehicle to spin around At another point during the 15-minute pursuit the occupants of the Mitsubishi thought they were being shot at after one of them heard metal hit the boot The chase ended when the Mitsubishi crashed into the bollards at Taylors Hill and the BMW pulled up behind it The pair who fled in the Mitsubishi heard an occupant of the BMW yell abusive threats before the fatal confrontation Guerra was arrested on Thursday afternoon after police intercepted him in a stolen Volkswagen SUV in Mulgrave Guerra was bailed earlier this year after being charged with multiple stolen vehicle He did not apply for bail on Friday when charged with offences connected to the Taylors Hill pursuit and will face the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on May 30 the victim of this week’s Taylors Hill shooting.Credit: Facebook but was released pending further enquiries Detectives have also spoken with his passenger After Fatho was identified as the victim earlier this week, his friends remembered him as a happy soul who always had a smile on his face Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au Our Breaking News Alert will notify you of significant breaking news when it happens. Get it here A man has been charged after allegedly pursuing another vehicle in a high-speed chase in Melbourne\\u2019s west that ended with his friend being appeared in court on Friday charged with multiple offences \\u2013 including conduct endangering life dangerous driving and car theft \\u2013 after he chased a Mitsubishi sedan through Taylors Hill on Sunday leaving its occupants \\u201Cpetrified and fearing for their lives\\u201D After the Mitsubishi crashed into bollards separating Grange Terrace and Johnston Way in Taylors Hill in an attempt to escape from Guerra\\u2019s BMW an occupant emerged and fired a sawn-off shotgun through the BMW\\u2019s windscreen who was Guerra\\u2019s passenger in the BMW from Roxburgh Park in Melbourne\\u2019s north Emergency services found a wounded Fatho alone in the BMW on Vaucluse Boulevard in Taylors Hill about 11.30pm on Sunday Police believe Guerra \\u2013 who appeared in the Dandenong Magistrates\\u2019 Court on Friday \\u2013 broke into a Mulgrave mechanic early Sunday morning and stole the BMW and will face the Melbourne Magistrates\\u2019 Court on May 30 After Fatho was identified as the victim earlier this week his friends who always had a smile on his face Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at Our Breaking News Alert will notify you of significant breaking news when it happens set a new suburb record when it sold for $1.656m Liz and Simon Corso knew their Taylors Hill home was a standout The four-bedroom house at 50 Cottesloe Pde set a $1.656m suburb record when it went under the hammer on Wednesday night In a five-bidder battle the home soared an incredible $256,000 past its $1.4m reserve after a $1.2m opening offer RELATED: St Kilda West house linked to Andre Agassi sells $1m over reserve Herald Sun Real Estate auction blog: Livestreams and updates from auction market Mike Larkan: Former weatherman and beloved celebrant starts auctioneering company “The build up to it was every emotion you could possibly think of “And when it was called on the market I just broke down but the home’s sale price has left people in shock The four-bedroom house has plenty of space for a home theatre But tears turned to shock when the bidders refused to stop for another quarter-of-a-million dollars “We were thinking these people must really want it … and that does make it a bit easier to say goodbye,” Ms Corso said The 510sq m build (55 square) home took about 13 months to construct and the Corsos had figured it was their forever home when they moved into it nine years ago “Everyone who has ever come over has said our house is amazing,” Ms Corso said “We literally built this the way we had envisaged we would spend forever.” An entertainer’s backyard comes complete with a pool The spacious kitchen has a butler’s’s pantry and pendant lighting The family are considering a move to Queensland Barry Plant Taylors Lakes auctioneer Andrew Koulaouzos said while there had been enough demand to encourage them to reschedule the auction from Saturday to the Wednesday night Mr Koulaouzos said it had even topped the $1.54m suburb record set at 40 Taylors Hill Blvd just three weeks prior While five parties bid for the home another three never got the chance An open-tread staircase makes a statement between the home’s two levels Open-plan living spaces create a spacious ambience in the home’s main hubs Mr Koulaouzos said all of the bidders had been local families Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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Police are searching for three men involved in a fatal shooting in Melbourne’s western fringe on Sunday that ended with one of the alleged offenders knocking on a resident’s door asking for directions Emergency services found a man with a suspected gunshot wound to his upper body inside a stolen BMW parked outside a home on Vaucluse Boulevard in Taylors Hill at 11.30pm on Sunday Police say the BMW had been chasing a white Mitsubishi sedan through the suburb when the Mitsubishi crashed into bollards separating Grange Terrace and Johnston Way They allege a man got out of the Mitsubishi armed with a long-arm firearm and confronted the two men inside the BMW before firing a shot into the front windscreen of the car Police say the driver of the BMW then drove 500 metres away from the scene of the shooting and called 000 to report a man had been shot before leaving the area One of the two occupants of the Mitsubishi knocked on a resident’s door asking for directions to get out of the estate before the pair ran away No one else was injured during the incident Authorities arrived shortly after and an SES tent was set up around the BMW which had a hole through the windscreen and shattered glass which had a hole through the windscreen.Credit: Nine News Officers were also examining the crash involving the Mitsubishi about 500 metres away Homicide Squad Detective Acting Inspector Nigel L’Estrange said there was no evidence to suggest the shooting was linked to organised crime but police believed the parties were known to each other so we don’t believe there’s further risk to the community,” he said “There are three other males involved in this incident I would be appealing to them to come forward L’Estrange said investigators were canvassing CCTV footage from the area to identify the three men who are believed to be aged in their 30s and 40s and we treat it with the utmost seriousness,” L’Estrange said a husband or a son who hasn’t come home overnight It’s shocking that this stuff is happening in the streets.” Our Breaking News Alert will notify you of significant breaking news when it happens. Get it here Police are searching for three men involved in a fatal shooting in Melbourne\\u2019s western fringe on Sunday that ended with one of the alleged offenders knocking on a resident\\u2019s door asking for directions One of the two occupants of the Mitsubishi knocked on a resident\\u2019s door asking for directions to get out of the estate before the pair ran away Homicide Squad Detective Acting Inspector Nigel L\\u2019Estrange said there was no evidence to suggest the shooting was linked to organised crime so we don\\u2019t believe there\\u2019s further risk to the community,\\u201D he said \\u201CThere are three other males involved in this incident L\\u2019Estrange said investigators were canvassing CCTV footage from the area to identify the three men and we treat it with the utmost seriousness,\\u201D L\\u2019Estrange said a husband or a son who hasn\\u2019t come home overnight It\\u2019s shocking that this stuff is happening in the streets.\\u201D Police at the scene in Taylors Hill.Credit: Joe Armao A violent home invasion in Taylors Hill and an armed robbery at a fast food outlet in Essendon may be related Police confirmed they were investigating if the two overnight crimes were linked Two men were hit over the head with baseball bats and crowbars in Melbourne's north-west when four teens broke into their house overnight Residents said the street was usually quiet and that the home invasion had shocked them.Credit: Joe Armao described as males and of African appearance They were wearing face coverings and gloves at the time five men smashed their way through a McDonald's outlet on Keilor Road The gang entered the fast food outlet about 5am wielding garden stakes which they used to smash windows and computers The men stole a mobile phone and bank cards from a terrified staff member It's believed that vehicle may have been stolen from the earlier home invasion at Taylors Hill An Ambulance Victoria spokesperson said paramedics treated a man in his 20s who sustained an upper body injury and a possible hand injury A man in his 60s was also treated for an upper body injury and minor bruises and abrasions They were taken to the Western Hospital in serious but stable conditions The men were two of seven residents in the Taylors Hill home at the time of the invasion The thugs are believed to have stolen a mobile phone and car keys before taking off with one of the victim's cars said she is scared to leave the house after the attack on Sunday night but I didn't go out today,'' Ms Padman said "We are actually scared to go outside." found out about the aggravated burglary when they left the house on Monday morning "Nothing happens in this area,'' she said ''It's quite a shock." Neighbours said the Taylors Hill strip is usually very quiet.Credit: Joe Armao Resident Julia Nola said she only moved into the street 10 months ago she said she was wondering if she had made the right decision "No one deserves this," she said Ns Nola lives across the road from the house that was burgled and described the home's residents as "a lovely family" who had welcomed her into the neighbourhood "He is the one who came out as the most friendly,'' she said ''He's given me rights to his backyard garden." Ms Nola said her neighbour had told her not to even bother knocking and to just go down their laneway to pick fresh chillies and coriander ''I thought this was a very quiet street "It makes me want to sleep with a crowbar." Ms Nola said she wanted more done to prevent home invasions "I'm not a politician but I believe there has to be something more done Police urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 Two men were hit over the head with baseball bats and crowbars in Melbourne's north-west when four teens broke into their house overnight five men smashed their way through a McDonald's outlet on Keilor Road It's believed that vehicle may have been stolen from the earlier home invasion at Taylors Hill The thugs are believed to have stolen a mobile phone and car keys before taking off with one of the victim's cars but I didn't go out today,'' Ms Padman said \\\"We are actually scared to go outside.\\\" \\\"Nothing happens in this area,'' she said Ns Nola lives across the road from the house that was burgled and described the home's residents as \\\"a lovely family\\\" who had welcomed her into the neighbourhood \\\"He is the one who came out as the most friendly,'' she said ''He's given me rights to his backyard garden.\\\" \\\"It makes me want to sleep with a crowbar.\\\" \\\"I'm not a politician but I believe there has to be something more done Businessman John Shalit has listed the modern Watervale Shopping Centre in Melbourne’s west Taylors Hill The neighbourhood complex on 1.87 hectares could sell for in excess of $45m occupying 64 per cent of the 5286 sqm lettable area some occupied by essential services businesses CBRE’s James Douglas with JLL’s Stuart Taylor Tom Noonan and Sam Hatcher are representing Mr Shalit who owns Construction Engineering (story continues below) “The asset provides a highly resilient tenancy mix underpinned by a long-term lease to Woolworths expiring in 2030 with two further 10 year options a strong medical offering and in-built fixed annual specialty rental reviews key investment considerations driving buyer interest in this sector,” Mr Douglas said “Whilst we have seen significant yield compression in this sub-sector in the past 24 months pricing metrics for neighbourhood centres remain attractive relative to prime assets in the office or industrial markets,” he added “Suburban retail assets have typically been dominated by private investors because of the lower yields unlisted funds and offshore investors are now active buyers,” according to the executive “The primary reason is the defensive stability of these assets and investors’ appetite for capital preservation in an environment vulnerable to external shocks” Mr Shalit was behind a plan to develop two 19 level apartment buildings on an L-shaped South Melbourne site covering 28-32 Albert Street and 13-21 Palmerston Crescent Subscribe to our newsletter at the bottom of this page A former property analyst and print journalist Marc is the publisher of realestatesource.com.au Forgot your password? You will receive mail with link to set new password Back to login Want to raise a family? These are the country’s top 12 neighbourhoods for kids and parents. Owning your own family home is the Australian dream – but with mortgage rates soaring and lifestyle needs evolving, it can be difficult to know where to buy. Financial services firm Property Credit sifted through data to identify standout suburbs that deliver a perfect blend of affordability, community structure, convenience, amenities, and quality of life. If you check the box above before you log in, you won’t have to log back into the website next time you return, even if you close your browser and come back later. “Selecting a family home is a decision that transcends the physical space,” affirmed Giordano Stepancic, CEO of Property Credit. “It’s about choosing a community, investing in a lifestyle, and considering the legacy we leave for our children. “The suburbs we’ve highlighted are transitioning to a buyers’ market, presenting a prime window for families to find a home in a community where they can truly belong,” he said. Here are Property Credit’s top choices across a range of Australian states. Jindalee, in Perth’s outer suburbs, stands out for its “proximity to Perth’s vibrant lifestyle and community-driven spirit”. Located 40 kilometres north of the central business district, Jindalee offers a blend of coastal leisure and convenient amenities. The suburb has an average house price of $665,000, but with high rates of development expected for the future, now might be the time to get into the Jindalee market. At $698,000, the median house price in the northern Perth suburb of Landsdale is a touch higher than Jindalee’s, but it is conveniently located only 16 kilometres from the city. The suburb champions “affordability and a balanced market, making it ideal for families seeking both urban conveniences and suburban tranquillity”, according to Property Credit. Johnston, a suburb of Palmerston, offers relaxed family living and “spacious, serene living environments, just a short commute from the bustling heart of Darwin”. With the median house costing just $632,500, it’s an accessible option for many families looking to make this part of the Northern Territory their home. Famous for its name, the laidback town of Humpty Doo offers “a unique blend of outback charm and urban proximity”, according to Property Credit. Its median house price of $675,000, abundance of local schools and convenient access to Darwin and Palmerston could make this an appealing choice for families looking to put down roots in the territory. Heading down to South Australia, the Adelaide suburb of Mawson Lakes offers walking trails and leisure opportunities in abundance, ensuring “a well-rounded lifestyle for families”. Located 12 kilometres north of the Adelaide CBD, Mawson Lakes has a median house price of $672,500 and offers convenient access to the University of South Australia and Technology Park Adelaide. According to Property Credit, the outer Adelaide suburb of Banksia Park is lauded for its “strong community bonds, underpinned by Adelaide’s cultural tapestry and economic stability”. With a median house price of just $623,750, Banksia Park is home to a plethora of affordable properties on its leafy, tree-lined streets. Over in south-east Queensland, Ormeau Hills is a Gold Coast suburb that Property Credit picked out as being ideal for nature-loving families. The suburb offers a unique blend of rural-residential and suburban property, while “maintaining a family-oriented atmosphere amidst Queensland’s picturesque backdrop”. Just next door, Windaroo offers “a quintessential blend of the Gold Coast’s leisurely lifestyle with Brisbane’s economic heartbeat”. The suburb has a median house price of $700,000, and is clearly a magnet for families, who make up 84 per cent of Windaroo households. It’s a tough call to find a family home in Sydney for under the $1 million mark, but families looking for a bargain may like to head to Bardia. Located 34 kilometres south-west of the CBD, Bardia has a median house price of just $885,000 and offers a wide range of contemporary homes. Claremont Meadows lies a short drive from Penrith in Sydney’s west, and is located 45 kilometres away from the CBD. With the median home sitting at $865,000, Claremont Meadows is one of the few Sydney locales where families can still get some bang for their buck. Down in Victoria, Seabrook “boasts lush landscapes and community amenities, all within reach of Melbourne’s thriving hub”. Its local public school ranks among Victoria’s best, and with the median house price hovering in the mid-$700,000s, homes in this neighbourhood are still a steal. Families who choose to settle in the north-west Melbourne suburb of Taylors Hill would “have access to both nature’s tranquillity and urban sophistication”, according to Property Credit. A master-planned suburb with plenty of fresh, modern homes and amenities, Taylors Hill is a favourite for families, who make up a whopping 90 per cent of all households in the suburb. Copyright © 2007-2025 Smart Property Investment (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)A man who allegedly shot dead another man in Melbourne's northwest has been released from police custody without charge All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueThe 42-year-old handed himself into police after a 31-year-old Craigieburn man was killed in Taylors Hill on Sunday night The Caroline Springs man was interviewed but released without charge on Tuesday evening Emergency services were called to Vaucluse Boulevard about 11.30pm on Sunday finding the Craigieburn man in a black BMW sedan with critical injuries Police say the BMW had been following a white Mitsubishi sedan through the Taylors Hill estate when the Mitsubishi crashed into bollards It's believed a man got out of the Mitsubishi and confronted the male driver and male passenger in the BMW No one else was physically injured during the incident handed himself to police on Tuesday morning Detectives are confident they know the identities of the other two men Police believe it was not a random attack and the men are all known to each other Any witnesses or anyone who may have footage of the incident should contact detectives Today's top stories curated by our news team Grab a quick bite of today's latest news from around the region and the nation Catch up on the news of the day and unwind with great reading for your evening Get the editor's insights: what's happening & why it matters Don't miss your weekly Knights update Get the latest property and development news here tips & travel writing to transport you around the globe Your weekday morning newsletter on national affairs Your essential national news digest: all the big issues on Wednesday and great reading every Saturday Let the ACM network's editors and journalists bring you news and views from all over reviews and expert insights every Thursday from CarExpert Your digital replica of Today's Paper Test your skills with interactive crosswords This is probably not the page you’re looking for Sally Cefai and Eva Fattore started campaigning for a secondary school in the Caroline Springs area has somewhere to go – the new Taylors Hill West Secondary College Education Minister James Merlino joined Springside College students local MP Natalie Hutchins and Melton councillors Sophie Ramsey and Michelle Mendes on Thursday to mark the first stage of the new school build It will be ready for about 300 year 7 and 10 students by term one next year with school principal John Goodman already appointed who forewent many weekends and spent long hours in her campaign is now assured of a local school for her emerging teen Mr Merlino said the new school had been a “long time coming” for a growing community what you will see is a state-of-the-art teaching and learning space … It will just blow your mind.” The project’s $12 million first stage includes a purpose-built Science Mr Goodman said the school would “hit the ground running” from day one, with staff committed to making an impact on young lives. Enrolments are due to open in July this year. Details: schoolbuildings.vic.gov.au A substantial home has come onto the property market in one of Galway city’s most sought-after locations – and it could be yours for €1.15 million Saint Theresa’s on Taylors Hill Road is a four-bedroom detached home packed to the rafters with beautifully kept original features The quality of this family home is evident all over Offering approximately 180.41sq m over two stories the property features an abundance of living space on the ground floor shared between the sizeable reception and dining rooms upgraded kitchen area and a separate utility room whilst upstairs offers four bedrooms and modern bathroom facilities the property is situated on a substantial site patios and hedging encompassing the property as well as a solid built shed at the rear perfect as a car port or for extra storage In addition to the pedestrian front entrance on Taylor’s Hill Road the property benefits from a corner gate entrance on Maunsells Road giving accessibility for off-street parking Along with quality features and ample living space a key attraction to this property is the location itself – because Taylor’s Hill Road has long been established as the sought-after residential location of Galway City It is conveniently located within close proximity to several quality primary and secondary schools whilst is well serviced by local amenities within walking distance to Galway City This home comes to the market with O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers, who will arrange viewing via their office on 091-564212 – or it can be viewed on their website www.odj.ie Pictured: On the market…St Theresa’s in Taylor’s Hill © Copyright 2023 - Ourside Agency A dream of teaching a new generation of dancers has paid off for Rebecca Magazzu with her Taylors Hill dance school celebrating its 10th anniversary When Ms Magazzu opened Constellation Dance Academy the small school offered just a few classes in Cecchetti ballet Ms Magazzu said when she opened the school she wanted to create an academy that had a point of difference two of the school’s original dancers still train with Ms Magazzu “It’s more like a family rather than a competition school We do place importance on the ballet exams who has been dancing since she was a child said opening her own school was a natural progression “Opening the school was a way for me to pass on my knowledge and passion for dancing to other people,” she said Constellation Dance Academy celebrated its 10th anniversary on Friday with a mid-year dinner dance and will continue the celebrations at its end of year concert in November Located on the beautiful rolling hills of Willunga in the McLaren Vale wine region the Romley Estate on 181 Taylors Hill Road offers the perfect rural retreat the estate has a luxurious four-bedroom home as well as a boutique olive farm that is known for its award-winning produce of table olives and olive oil the estate offers new owners the opportunity to not just enjoy a tranquil rural lifestyle but the option to acquire an established brand with premium retail partners including Angove Winery According to Ross Coleman of Elders Real Estate who has presented the property to market along with Adam Chilcott the current owners have worked hard to upgrade the home as well as nurture the olive grove over the years The grove has seven olive varieties with an automated irrigation system in place The home been remodelled and boasts a stylish entertainer’s kitchen as well as new dining and living areas the estate has caught the eye of buyers from around the world “The property has drawn massive interest from buyers and we have had not local enquiries but from overseas as well,” Mr Coleman said the business potential of the property is also attracting buyers.” The current owners who bought the property a few years ago Those looking to house animals on the farm wash and dressage area for equestrian enthusiasts as well as 14 designated paddocks with water supply Other features of the property include an automated Bore two pumps and a new automated pressure pump There are also three water tanks including a header tank totalling 130,000L The shed on the property can be used to house machinery or as a utility area Ross Coleman 0427 836 733 and Adam Chilcott 0447 710 484 You can now click/tap WATCH to start the live stream You can now click/tap LISTEN to start the live stream You can now click/tap LATEST NEWS to start the live stream Police have seized a tonne of cannabis in Melbourne’s north-west as part of an investigation into the Albanian mafia Cannabis plants were found during raids in Taylors Hill Keilor East and Rockbank earlier this week The cannabis has a street value of about $5 million Press PLAY below to see footage of the seized cannabis and multiple arrests  A post shared by 3AW Melbourne (@3aw693) Taylors Hill Primary School has put its generosity on show, becoming one of the top fundraisers in the state for the annual Jeans for Genes Day. The fundraiser, which helps raise money for the Children’s Medical Research Institute by encouraging people to wear jeans to school or work, raised thousands of dollars in 2018. Taylors Hill primary raised $830 to be the ninth highest fundraiser out of all Victorian schools that participated. Principal Danielle Stella last week said it was a proud day for the school. “We have done this each year since we opened in 2010, and it’s always been a big part of the year to bring awareness and raise some money along the way,” Ms Stella said. “This was our biggest year so far, and it’s great to bring awareness and recognition to such an important cause. “As well as raising money, we make sure that the school community is aware of where the money is going, and educating the students and giving families something to talk about.” “We are working with the aim of giving every child the best start to life. It is a privilege to work in partnership with every school … protecting the health of our nation’s greatest treasure: our children,” he said. “We would not be able to do the important work of research into children’s genetic diseases without the sustained generosity of our partner schools.” The model shared her pregnancy loss story while appearing on Jay Shetty's podcast 'On Purpose' Link copiedShareShare resultsBy chief election analyst Antony Green posted 20 Mar 2022Sunday 20 March 2022 at 2:00pmSun 20 Mar 2022 at 2:00pm Updated 23 Jun 2022Thursday 23 June 2022 at 6:28amThu 23 Jun 2022 at 6:28am | Brendan O'Connor (ALP) since 2004, having also representing this area under the district's former name of Burke 2001-04. Shadow Minister for Defence. Gorton covers 217 square kilometres in Melbourne's western suburbs. The electorate includes Caroline Springs, Burnside, Hillside, Fraser Rise, Taylors Hill, Alban Vale, Deer Park, Kings Park, Delahy, Sydenham, Taylors Lake and Keilor. (Victories by a party of government are indicated by thick coloured underlining.) Fletcher has lived in the Taylors Hill area for over six years, having settled there after moving several times over the years due to work commitments. When he moved to the area, Fletcher opened an Electrical Wholesale business for the BGW Group which he managed for five years, before moving on to a sales role with another company. Fletcher has been involved in the electrical industry for 28 years and during that time has managed different branches for 20 years. AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) The victim was treated for stab wounds but died at the scene. (ABC News) Link copiedShareShare articleTwo more people have been charged with murder after a fatal stabbing at a restaurant in Caroline Springs in Melbourne's west last month. Police allege Deni Dimovski, 31, was stabbed to death after a brawl broke out a private function at the Korzo Grill House restaurant on Gourlay Street in Caroline Springs about 2.15am on September 9. Mr Dimovski was treated for stab wounds by paramedics but died at the scene. Two men, a 29-year-old and 22-year-old from Taylors Hill, were arrested on Wednesday and charged with murder, affray and aggravated burglary. Milos Novakovic, 29, of Caroline Springs was charged with murder, affray and aggravated burglary over the stabbing last month. (/AAP PHOTOS)More than a tonne of cannabis worth $5 million has been discovered in a series of busts linked to an Albanian organised crime syndicate operating in Melbourne Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueHomes in Taylors Hill Deer Park and Rockbank were raided on Tuesday leading to the arrest of two foreign nationals Police seized more than 260 cannabis plants from the Taylors Lakes property About $200,000 cash was taken from the Taylors Hill address where it is alleged the garage's concrete floor was drilled through to allow a cable to be connected to an electricity substation under the property's fence Another 180 plants were seized during a raid on a Keilor East property on Wednesday morning A tip-off over suspicious behaviour at one of the addresses led to the investigation being launched in June VIPER Taskforce Detective Acting Inspector Leigh Howse said the alleged grow houses were sophisticated set-ups a tonne of illicit cannabis is now on a one-way ticket to being destroyed," he said in a statement on Thursday The cannabis has an estimated street value of about $5 million an Albanian national who police allege is the syndicate's ringleader has been charged with cultivating and trafficking a large commercial quantity of cannabis a Colombian national found at one of the properties and believed to be a crop sitter was also charged with cultivating and trafficking a commercial quantity of cannabis She was bailed to face court early next year The alleged ringleader will remain behind bars until his next court appearance on the same day Don't miss updates on news about the Public Service Your exclusive preview of David Pope's latest cartoon Join our weekly poll for Canberra Times readers We've selected the best reading for your weekend was given an unusual brief from the City of Melton he was asked to design an elderly care centre ''The demographics are extremely wide from 80-year-olds to teenagers,'' Hede says While the day centre for the elderly centred on Morton Homestead the Taylors Hill Youth Community Centre required an entirely new building Restoring and adding a new wing to the homestead was fairly straightforward Multifunctional: A skateboarder tests out the bowl in front of the new Taylors Hill Youth Community Centre.Credit: Ben Wrigley the brief for the youth centre changed with the community's involvement So what started out as a building solely for youth is now a multi-functional space that draws the broader community The amenities to be accommodated within the youth community centre were extensive as well as a separate area for bands to practise their music as well as change room facilities and amenities for those using the two adjacent ovals ''Kids often come to the centre just to use the skateboard bowl without necessarily wanting to come inside the building,'' Hede says Inside the Taylors Hill Youth Community Centre.Credit: Ben Wrigley As the topography of Calder Park Drive is undulating Hede Architects were keen to create a low-slung building steel refrigerator panels (sandwiched with insulation) and steel the facades on either side of the building concertina in and out across the site and those inside have discrete views and privacy ''We wanted to bring in as much northern light as possible but it was important that the youth don't feel they are under surveillance,'' Hede says rather than constructing impenetrable walls within the building which could provide youth unlimited freedom the architects carefully allocated spaces where there was passive surveillance One of the key features in Hede Architecture's design are the three community halls located in the centre of the floor plan or opened up entirely to provide enough space for community gatherings this area is ideal for everything from youth festivals to community meetings the architects used vibrant colours for the walls Playful furniture adds to a sense of youth culture ''This interior is markedly different to the one created at Morton Homestead,'' Hede says One of the most used areas within the centre is the courtyard some young people may not even enter the building They're quite content to bring their skateboards and ''shoot the breeze'' Hede filmed one of the skateboarders in action as he was following the dips and turns of the bowl ''When the guy completed the course he came right up to the camera and raised two fingers [in the peace sign] I think that meant he was pleased with the result,'' Hede says from 80-year-olds to teenagers,'' Hede says the brief for the youth centre changed with the community's involvement ''Kids often come to the centre just to use the skateboard bowl without necessarily wanting to come inside the building,'' Hede says ''We wanted to bring in as much northern light as possible but it was important that the youth don't feel they are under surveillance,'' Hede says One of the key features in Hede Architecture's design are the three community halls located in the centre of the floor plan ''This interior is markedly different to the one created at Morton Homestead,'' Hede says They're quite content to bring their skateboards and ''shoot the breeze'' I think that meant he was pleased with the result,'' Hede says.