Full funding has been announced for the Ballan Road Intersection Upgrade in a big step toward smoother and safer travel through Wyndham Vale Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and federal Infrastructure Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King visited Melbourne’s west on Thursday 23 January to announce a joint funding arrangement The governments will invest up to $333.5 million to deliver the Ballan Road Intersection Upgrade and the nearby Werribee Main Road - Princes Freeway Interchange Upgrade in Werribee. The 2 projects are expected to create a combined 1624 jobs, with Major Road Projects Victoria to deliver both. The intersection upgrade will replace the current roundabout with traffic lights at the intersection of McGrath, Ballan and Greens roads, add traffic lights at the intersection of Ballan Road and McGrath Road south, and build better walking and cycling paths to improve connectivity and safety. The intersection upgrade is part of the $674 million Road Blitz to Get Families Home Sooner and Safer Package. Planning work is continuing as the Ballan Road Intersection Upgrade moves towards construction. Construction timelines will be known once our planning has progressed further. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) The Albanese and Allan Labor Governments have promised a major road upgrade for Wyndham as part of their joint road blitz An $85 million investment is being delivered for the Wyndham Ring Road in Wyndham Vale The project promises to reduce travel times and improve safety for residents in Werribee “This is a game changer for our area,” says Member for Tarneit “The Wyndham Ring Road will link Tarneit to Wyndham Vale while busting congestion on our local roads.” The project includes a new bridge over the Werribee River connecting Armstrong and Hobbs Road in Wyndham Vale to Sayers Road in Tarneit It builds on current work underway on the Ison Road Overpass and the Main Road Interchange upgrade says the new road will relieve pressure on key local routes “Having an alternative connection to the freeway means we reduce demand on Ballan Road Heaths Road and roads through central Werribee,” he says The funding also covers planning work to assess upgrades to the intersection of Ballan Road and Armstrong Road as well as the Ballan Road bridge over the railway line These upgrades aim to create a direct road link from Tarneit to Wyndham Vale and Manor Lakes “We have heard loud and clear that we need more local roads to reduce local congestion,” Lister adds “That’s why we have advocated to help secure this project for Wyndham’s north.” Residents have also long raised concerns about Ballan Road which remains heavily congested during peak periods Much of the road is still single carriageway despite being a key route between Wyndham Vale Intersections such as Armstrong Road and Greens Road often see significant delays with locals calling for duplication and upgraded traffic management for years The upgrades are designed to future-proof the road network in one of Australia’s fastest-growing areas They will also improve access to the Princes Highway and key employment precincts in Truganina and Laverton North The Wyndham Ring Road investment is part of the Albanese Government’s $1 billion Road Blitz which matches the near billion-dollar commitment already made by the Allan Government — now topped up with an additional $200 million While residents have welcomed the announcement Originally promised to begin construction in 2021 major works didn’t start until 2023 and are still ongoing including the West Gate Tunnel — a key route for commuters from Wyndham — have also faced years of delays The tunnel was initially due for completion in 2022 Locals say the pressure is on for governments to deliver the Wyndham Ring Road on time — and ensure it keeps pace with the region’s booming development The announcement comes just days after a federal election was called prompting some to question the timing of the funding announcement in what may become a key battleground area A 27-year-old Wyndham Vale man has been charged following his alleged involvement in a Mildura-based meth syndicate The man was arrested by police after an intercept of a vehicle he was driving in Red Cliffs shortly before noon A subsequent search of the vehicle uncovered approximately two kilograms of methamphetamine valued around $1 million which is classified as a large commercial quantity He was then charged with trafficking a large commercial quantity of methamphetamine and made to appear at Mildura Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday detectives executed search warrants at two residential properties in Mildura resulting in three further arrests A 35-year-old Mildura man was also arrested and charged with trafficking a large commercial quantity of methamphetamine He was remanded to appear at Mildura Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday A 37-year-old Mildura woman was charged with trafficking methamphetamine and was bailed to appear at Mildura Magistrates’ Court on April 28 Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Homicide detectives are investigating the fatal stabbing of a man in Melbourne’s outer-west Emergency services were called to a bus stop near Haines Drive in Wyndham Vale following reports of an altercation about 8pm on Wednesday A man was stabbed to death in Wyndham Vale on Wednesday night.Credit: Nine news The yet-to-be-identified man was found with stab wounds and died at the scene Two offenders fled the scene along Vaughn Street before police arrived The homicide squad is investigating.Credit: Nine news “A crime scene has been established while detectives investigate to determine what occurred,” police said in a statement Last month, Lino Atem, 24, was found dead with stab wounds in a reserve less than a kilometre from Wednesday’s crime scene Atem was killed in a targeted attack at Haines Drive Reserve after he and his friends were set upon by a group armed with knives It’s the second murder in the area in six weeks.Credit: Nine news No charges have been laid over the January 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Homicide detectives are investigating the fatal stabbing of a man in Melbourne\\u2019s outer-west \\u201CA crime scene has been established while detectives investigate to determine what occurred,\\u201D police said in a statement in a reserve less than a kilometre from Wednesday\\u2019s crime scene Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam/CCTV footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit The Morning Edition newsletter is our guide to the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories Construction on the Wyndham Vale Fire Brigade’s new station kicked off with a ceremonial turning of the soil on Saturday The new Wyndham Vale Fire Station is being developed at Armstrong Road and will replace the existing Ballan Road station that houses three appliances and 42 volunteers It will feature a motor room with three drive-in bays Wyndham Vale captain Trevor Weston said the brigade will enjoy having a permanent home “It is great to see some progress on the site We’ve been in the temporary location for some time now and the fit-for-purpose building is going to be a fantastic benefit for both the brigade and our community,” he said “At the moment we only have a small kitchenette and have been testing hoses and washing our fire trucks out the front of the station so the bigger space is going to make such a difference for not only safety purposes but also accessibility.” will allow the brigade to grow its personnel base and improve response capacity “We’ve got a significant number of people keen to join the brigade and we’re hopeful we can get a junior program up and running so we’re really pleased to have a space to grow the brigade further,” he said “We’ll be able to have more firefighters on the ground to respond and more community educators out and about to raise awareness at events.” CFA chief officer Jason Heffernan said the station is important for the area’s future “The brigade has averaged 422 callouts a year for the last three and I have no doubt this new state of the art station will serve both the brigade and the community for many years to come.” the Victorian Government commenced a program to transform the recycling sector create thousands of jobs and set Victoria up for a more sustainable future.  Wyndham City currently offers three waste collection services to most households Wyndham City offers most Wyndham households three free hard and green waste collection services each financial year please think how you could reduce the amount of waste you are creating or could you (or a friend neighbour or family members) reuse items instead of throwing them away to compost bins to chemical drop off sites to recycling stations at your local Community Centres there are many other ways you can recycle your waste The Green Living Map is a great way for community to connect with Wyndham’s diverse and beautifully unique natural environment and get involved with the amazing local groups running community gardens The Wyndham Zero Waste Map will help you find services or locations within Wyndham where you can take commonly used household items to be recycled The Green Living series includes a mixture of community and council run events with a range of exciting workshops and events hosted by passionate and knowledgeable presenters or community Wyndham City has ambitious targets to both improve our community’s recycling and waste diversion Last year saw an average of 120 babies born per week in Wyndham with this comes a lot of disposable nappies Police are investigating a firearms incident that occurred in Wyndham Vale on 16 February Authorities believe a firearm was discharged into a residence on Greens Road at approximately 11:45 pm The occupants of the property later discovered bullet holes in the roller door and in a vehicle parked in the driveway and investigations into the incident are ongoing Police urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to contact Crime Stoppers View Wyndham 2050 Community Vision The Wyndham 2050 Community Vision sets out our community’s hopes and priorities for the future It helps guide planning—not just for today for the community through a deliberative engagement process This process involved community members who receive balanced information and discussed key issues over several days with independent facilitators.  This group presented Council with well-informed priorities for Wyndham to achieve the Vision The Wyndham 2050 Community Vision builds on the previous work on the Wyndham 2040 Community Vision The Wyndham 2050 Community Vision will guide how Council directs the resources under its control It sets the direction for future Council policies and work Council will present its strategic priorities to work towards the Wyndham 2050 Community Vision in its Council Plan incorporating the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan 2025-29 and on an annual basis through its Annual Plan and Budget It is Wyndham City Council’s role to facilitate the development of a Community Vision for the Wyndham community and therefore also to keep the community informed on progress made towards the Vision An annual progress report will be developed to outline what Council has delivered through its work over the financial year towards the Community Vision and its priorities This report is in addition to the Wyndham City Council Annual Report which provides extensive detail on the work of Council.  The report will include quantitative data specific to Wyndham as it becomes available A positive trend on these indicators will demonstrate that as a community we are heading towards achieving the Vision Council will conduct a qualitative survey to determine community sentiment about how Wyndham residents feel the community is tracking towards the Vision and its priority areas View 2023-24 Progress Report View 2022-23 Progress Report View 2021-22 Progress Report Homicide Squad detectives have charged two people with murder following the fatal stabbing of 23-year-old Nathaniel Mwanza in Wyndham Vale on Wednesday Emergency services were called to a bus stop near Haines Drive around 8pm after reports of an alleged altercation. When police arrived, they found Mr Mwanza with wounds consistent with a stabbing. Despite efforts from paramedics, the Hoppers Crossing man died at the scene. The incident triggered a major police investigation, with detectives examining CCTV footage from a public bus where the alleged altercation began. SES crews were also seen searching nearby streets and yards as part of the investigation. On Friday, February 21, detectives arrested a 17-year-old boy from the Wyndham area and a 22-year-old man from Ascot. Both have since been charged with murder. The accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear in court on Saturday, February 22. Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack. It remains unclear whether the incident was targeted, and no weapons have been recovered. Anyone with further information, dashcam, or CCTV footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers. MacKillop College has unveiled its ambitious master plan for a new Wyndham Vale campus Designed by McBride Charles Ryan Architects the proposed campus aims to deliver a modern blending seamlessly with Jubilee Estate’s growing community outlines a cutting-edge educational space that will integrate faith MacKillop College has emphasised that the Master Plan is still being finalised and the design may evolve over the coming months With Wyndham Vale being one of the fastest-growing residential areas in Australia the new MacKillop College campus is expected to meet the increasing demand for high-quality Catholic education The campus will mirror the curriculum and programs of the college’s existing Werribee site ensuring a consistent educational experience across both locations Key features of the proposed Master Plan include: ✔ Interconnected courtyards fostering a sense of community ✔ A central chapel reflecting the school’s Catholic identity ✔ Sustainable landscaping incorporating native plants The new campus is strategically located between Smile Crescent creating a key educational hub for families in Wyndham Vale • October 2023: The Melbourne Archdiocese of Catholic Schools (MACS) initiates plans for a third MacKillop College campus in Wyndham Vale • May 2024: MacKillop College confirms the 2028 opening date addressing the region’s growing student population • September 2024: The college announces the introduction of kindergarten programs in 2027 with primary education and Year 7 to commence in 2028 • December 2024: The first design renderings are released offering a glimpse into the future campus layout While the vision for the new campus is taking shape MacKillop College has made it clear that the Master Plan is still being refined Future updates will provide further clarity on the final design The released artist’s impressions serve as illustrative concepts rather than confirmed renderings MacKillop College will continue to engage with the Wyndham Vale community and stakeholders as the project progresses ensuring the new campus meets both educational and community aspirations visit the MacKillop College website or follow official announcements as the final design is confirmed in the coming months A body lay covered at a Wyndham Vale bus stop last night as detectives launched a homicide investigation into the fatal stabbing of Nathaniel Mwanza The Hoppers Crossing man was allegedly set upon by two offenders while onboard a public bus before the confrontation spilled onto Haines Drive around 8pm on Wednesday evening Homicide Squad detectives are now hunting two alleged offenders who were seen brawling with Mr Mwanza on the bus shortly before his death SES crews were spotted searching yards along nearby Butler Grove as part of the investigation it is unclear whether the attack was targeted A witness who said she saw the fight begin said the assailants were of Asian appearance or CCTV footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers In a significant development in the homicide investigation of Lino Atem, who was fatally stabbed in Wyndham Vale earlier this year detectives from Crime Command have arrested 13 individuals The arrests were made following the execution of 15 warrants across Aintree involving over 160 detectives from the Homicide Squad The arrested individuals include a 20-year-old man from Hoppers Crossing, a 22-year-old man from Hoppers Crossing, an 18-year-old man from Werribee a 17-year-old boy from the Mornington Peninsula two 17-year-old boys and two 16-year-old boys from the northern suburbs All were  interviewed by the police and have now all been released pending further enquiries and the investigation remains ongoing The arrests are part of the investigation into the death of Lino Atem who was stabbed during a confrontation in a park on Haines Drive Atem and two friends were attacked by another group resulting in Atem’s death and non-life threatening injuries to his friends The police believe the fatal attack could have been a case of mistaken identity was also a victim of a fatal shooting at his Wyndham Vale home in February 2023 there is no evidence to suggest the two incidents are linked Detective Acting Inspector Adam Shoesmith said this matter has been subject to significant investigation by detectives from the Homicide Squad Lino was simply enjoying a night in the park socialising with friends when he was attacked this is the second loss for the Atem family.” The police are seeking information from the public regarding the incident and those involved. Anyone with information, including dashcam or CCTV footage, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au The suburb of Wyndham Vale has become the scene of a deadly confrontation after a 24-year-old man was fatally stabbed in what police describe as a “targeted” attack The violence unfolded late Friday night at Haines Drive Reserve where a group of seven men in their twenties had gathered Witnesses reported chaos as four white vehicles arrived at the scene carrying approximately a dozen men who launched an alleged ambush In what police are calling a swift and brutal assault the attackers allegedly descended on the group The melee lasted mere minutes but left one young man dead his life cut short in the park where the violence erupted Detective Inspector Paul Lloyd of Victoria Police described the scene as premeditated and relentless They jumped out and ran and started this altercation… into attack mode,” Inspector Lloyd said on Saturday morning Police believe the attackers knew their victims The attack claimed the life of a 24-year-old Wyndham Vale man and left two others hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries While the alleged attackers fled the scene police arrested four men nearby—three from Wyndham Vale Authorities confirmed these men were part of the original group and are not believed to be the assailants “These people have very limited if no involvement with police,” Inspector Lloyd said “We don’t know what the story is behind this yet and we’ll do everything we can to uncover it.” The four men are being questioned by homicide detectives as the investigation ramps up which occurred directly behind Wyndham Vale Primary School Witnesses described the scene as a frenzied knife fight with youths armed with machetes yelling and brawling in the park One resident recalled hearing a desperate cry of “I’ve been stabbed” around 11:30 pm before multiple cars and individuals on foot fled north along Haines Drive they were unable to save the fatally wounded man Among the vehicles at the scene was an orange Toyota with shattered windscreens the possibility of gang-related violence has not been ruled out “We have no motive at this stage… obviously that’s a line of inquiry whether or not there is any gang-related involvement here,” Inspector Lloyd said “I certainly can’t say that’s the case at this stage but (it’s) certainly one we’ll keep an eye on.” Police hope the men in custody can provide crucial leads in identifying those responsible and the reasons behind the deadly ambush As detectives from the homicide squad continue their investigation they are urging anyone with information or CCTV footage to come forward “This is a community that deserves to feel safe,” Inspector Lloyd said “We’ll be stepping up patrols to reassure residents and ensure they know we’re here to protect them.” Residents with information are asked to contact Crime Stoppers Detectives from the Homicide Squad are currently investigating a fatal incident that occurred in Wyndham Vale Authorities were alerted to a violent altercation involving a group of young men in a park on Haines Drive Despite receiving medical attention at the scene the individual tragically succumbed to his injuries Two other males were also injured during the incident and were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries four males were apprehended in the vicinity and are currently cooperating with the police investigation a crime scene has been established and the surrounding area has been cordoned off by the police Authorities are calling for any potential witnesses or individuals with relevant dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward. Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or through their website at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au. Wyndham Vale is hoping to finish a tough Victorian Turf Cricket Association Russell Pollock Shield on a high. The Vales started the season in strong form but have been on the end of some big losses as the season has progressed. Vales coach Liam McLaughlin said it hadn’t been the season they were after. “We started off quite well,” he said. “We had some unavailabilities and we haven’t been able to get the right team on the park and we had some really heavy losses. ‘It got to a stage it was left to a couple of the same guys to pick up the slack at some points. McLaughlin said everyone was still keen and eager to play and they were still having good numbers at training. He said they should have everyone available for the final few weeks of the season. “Everyone is keen to finish the season on a high,” he said. “We have a young group that is still enthusiastic, which has been nice.” McLaughlin said the absences had allowed some other players to step up, with some taking their opportunities. The Vales are hoping they can taste victory this weekend against Williamstown Congs. Both sides have struggled this season, with McLaughlin saying they identified it as one match they thought they could win. They faces Jacana which has won just one match in the final round. “We were off for 45 minutes with a bit of a shower,” McLaughlin said. ‘It was a difficult day for cricket with a heavy tornado coming through as well. Our fielding let us down, they should have been 60-70 less. “It’s a quick wicket, there’s no reason why we can’t chase down the runs.” Jake Rippon took three wickets for the Vales. While it’s been a tough season for the first XI, the rest of the Vales sides are either in the top four or just outside the top four which has been a real positive. Meanwhile in the Roy Picone Shield, Point Cook had a tough day out against Caroline Springs having already conceded first innings points. The Warriors were bowled out for just 61 in the 44th over. Captain David Hicks top scored with 18 as just two players scored double figures. Point Cook Centrals would be happy after day one of its match with Sunshine Heights. The Sharks decided to bowl and had Sunshine Heights in trouble at 9-100 when the match was halted after 51 overs. In the Evans-Clark Shield, there were plenty of wickets falling between Werribee Centrals and St Andrew’s Footscray. It wasn’t easy for St Andrew’s either with the bat, finishing the day at 4-45. Bellbridge was 3-77 after 26.2 overs against Roxburgh Park. Chris Henry will result at 49 not out. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 24-year-old Wyndham Vale man on Friday Police were called to reports of a group of men fighting in a park on Haines Drive near Ribblesdale Avenue in Wyndham Vale about 11.30pm man was located with a stab wound and died at the scene Two 27-year-old Wyndham Vale men were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries a 28-year-old Wyndham Vale man and two 26-year-old Wyndham Vale men were arrested at the scene Witnesses, those with CCTV/dashcam footage or information are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au A brother and sister duo are proving that team work is dream work and want others to know just how fun recycling can be from Wyndham Vale started collecting and recycling plastic bottles a couple of years ago when they accompanied their dad to his work’s Clean Up Australia Day systems and engaged in a healthy amount of sibling rivalry we support each other and feel proud about making a difference in the community by recycling,” Divit said said the pair often race each other to the finish line (a reverse vending machine) and count their cans “I love to skip counting by 10s,” she said But this is not all fun and games – the pair mean business and have a masterplan “We have turned our recycling into a bit of routine,” Divit said “Every time we go for a walk or to the park we spend the first 10-15 minutes ‘bottle hunting’- Diya is a bit adventurous and loves searching in the bushes too “We get disappointed about how people still throw bottles everywhere Through these ‘treasure hunts’ the pair inspire each other and the school holidays are a great way to start a recycling journey Diya has a tip for kids wanting to clean up their act – or most likely the acts of others You can collect bottles and deposit them at the CDS RVM machine.” Court Services Victoria is delivering a new state-of-the-art court facility for Melbourne's rapidly growing west The Wyndham Law Courts will be the largest court complex outside of the central business district bringing together the Magistrates' Court of Victoria the Children's Court of Victoria and the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) with specialist courts and services The new courts are under construction adjacent to the Werribee Police Station and will feature 13 courtrooms three mediation suites and 26 holding cells Designed by Lyons Architects and built by Lendlease Wyndham's future court will prioritise user experience The look and feel aims to support a more therapeutic approach to justice services and organic features including a rammed-earth wall and greenery to create a welcoming The design of the building pays homage to this profound connection and cultural legacy to nurture a meaningful bond between people Through thoughtfully curated internal finishes and landscaping the building will become a vessel for storytelling highlighting the richness of Bunurong heritage and fostering an enduring connection to Country The future Courts aim to improve cultural safety for those accessing justice services A Court Services Victoria-led art advisory panel with local First Nations representation is reviewing applications received Find out about the themes being explored Community and justice stakeholders are helping to plan the services available and contribute to the operations of the new court The 2020-21 state budget committed $271m for the future Wyndham Law Courts Construction of the Wyndham Law Courts will be completed in late 2024 The new Courts will service communities across the 17 suburbs that comprise the Wyndham local government area Children's Court and VCAT are working to finalise their respective catchments and expect to release more information in the coming months Updates will continue to be published on this page as the Wyndham Law Courts is built Questions? Please contact us at wyndham.court.development@courts.vic.gov.au This page was last updated: Wednesday 2 October 2024 - 5:13pm Copyright © 2025 Court Services Victoria A 19-year-old Wyndham Vale man has been arrested by police following a fatal collision that occurred in Wyndham Vale on Saturday It is believed the male driver of a Mitsubishi SUV was travelling along Armstrong Road when his vehicle collided with a cyclist at the intersection of Black Forest Road about 11.50pm Police said the man will be interviewed and the investigation remains ongoing Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Detectives from the Major Collision Investigation Unit are currently looking into a fatal accident that occurred in Wyndham Vale last night A male driver of a Mitsubishi SUV is believed to have collided with a cyclist at the intersection of Armstrong Road and Black Forest Road around 11:50 pm remained at the scene following the collision He has since been arrested and is set to be interviewed by the police This is probably not the page you’re looking for Credit: The NightlyThirteen people have been arrested over the brutal stabbing death of a 24-year-old man during a brawl at a suburban park earlier this year into custody after raids at 15 properties across Melbourne on Tuesday as part of the homicide investigation into the death of Lino Atem Emergency services crews found Lino Atem critically injured after they were initially called to a group of men fighting in a park on Haines Drive Get the first look at the digital newspaper curated daily stories and breaking headlines delivered to your inbox Get the NewsletterBy continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.He received medical treatment but could not be saved and died at the scene Police say Lino Atem had been in the park with two friends when they were confronted by another group two 27-year-old men both from Wyndham Vale sustained non-life threatening injuries during the incident and were taken to hospital for treatment Detectives have revealed that while the exact motivation for the fatal attack is yet to be determined it is believed to be a case of mistaken identity A bloody piece of material left at the scene Credit: 7NEWSLino Atem’s death came just over a year after his 29-year-old brother was fatally shot during an incident at his Wyndham Vale home in February 2023 A 22-year-old man was also fatally injured during the incident while a 25-year-old man sustained life threatening injuries Police say at this stage there is nothing to indicate the deaths of Lino and Atem are linked Lino’s father Deng Atem pleaded for justice after having now lost two of his six sons I want justice immediately,” he told 7NEWS Deng described Lino as a young man with many friends and who loved playing basketball Police said 15 warrants were executed from 5.30am on Tuesday in Aintree “These warrants involved over 160 detectives from the Homicide Squad Crime Command and North West Metro Region.” “Lino was simply enjoying a night in the park socialising with friends when he was attacked,” he said “While we believe this incident was targeted there is nothing to indicate why the group was attacked and police believe it is likely a case of mistaken identity this is the second loss for the Atem family after Lino’s brother Atem was fatally shot in 2023.” Lino Atem was killed during a fight between two groups of men in Wyndham Vale Credit: Supplied“We know there are people out there who can help us identify those responsible People who may have been present at the time of the incident or people who may have heard information about these incidents after the fact,” Acting Inspector Shoesmith said “Whatever that information is – police want to hear it It could be details about who was involved how the incident took place or what the motivation for the attack was Any small detail to could the thing that makes an enormous difference “We can’t imagine how difficult it must be for the Atem family knowing there are people out there who could help solve this and hold their loved one’s killers to account Investigators have urged anyone with information about Lino’s death including who was involved or the motivation for the attack Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam/CCTV footage, or any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit crimestoppersvic.com.au Latest EditionEdition Edition 5 May 20255 May 2025All-powerful Anthony Albanese says give me some R.E.S.P.E.C.T A chaotic scene unfolded in Manor Lakes this afternoon when a group of youths clashed near the Wyndham Vale Train Station prompting alarm among local residents and road users The altercation occurred shortly after 3 pm with reports of at least ten boys wielding machetes and wearing masks as they engaged in a violent brawl A witness driving past the scene described the shocking moment when the group ran across the road towards the Manor Lakes Shopping Centre “They were fighting each other with machetes and running into traffic Cars were swerving to avoid them—it was terrifying,” said the witness Most of the youths had fled by the time police arrived at the scene authorities confirmed that two individuals were apprehended on Academy Way shortly after the affray the two boys were not only involved in the incident but were also arrested on outstanding warrants The incident has left the Manor Lakes community shaken with residents expressing concern over the rise in violent behaviour among local youths Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 This alarming event comes amid ongoing concerns about youth violence in the area with calls for increased patrols and community engagement to prevent further incidents a group of five teens was seen riding a mix of motorbikes through several local streets in Wyndham Vale while performing stunts captured on video by a local along Cambridge Crescent The police airwing was called in to track the group leading to a coordinated effort from air and ground crews one bike was impounded on Lollipop Drive at around 4:30 PM A police spokesperson later confirmed that the teens involved had outstanding warrants has been arrested after a cyclist was tragically struck and killed just before midnight on Thursday has been arrested following a fatal crash that killed a cyclist just before midnight on Thursday The man was driving a Mitsubishi SUV along Armstrong Road when he allegedly collided with the cyclist at the intersection of Black Forest Road about 11.50pm The male bike rider was declared deceased at the scene The 19-year-old allegedly behind the wheel of the Mitsubishi stopped at the scene and was arrested Police will interview him while the Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives investigate the fatal crash “The exact circumstances surrounding the collision are yet to be determined and investigations remain ongoing,” Victoria Police said in a statement 24 lives have tragically been lost on Victorian roads in 2025 Anyone who witnessed the collision has dashcam/CCTV footage or any other information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Authorities are urgently appealing for public assistance to locate 12-year-old Chloe and her friend, Alessandra, who were last seen at Presidents Park in Wyndham Vale around 9:30 pm on 12 December and white crocs at the time of her disappearance was last seen wearing a dark-coloured hoodie Allesandra’s Mum has shared her distress police and family are deeply concerned for their welfare or has information about their whereabouts is urged to contact Wyndham North Police Station at (03) 8734 1100 Police are seeking the assistance of two male passengers who are believed to have witnessed the start of the alleged assault that fatally wounded Natan Mwanza in Wyndham Vale on Wednesday Police allege the 24-year-old Werribee man was assaulted by two males as he travelled on the 192 bus before getting off at a bus stop near Haines Drive Natan had been travelling on the 192 bus on the Wyndham Vale route between Wyndham Vale and Werribee Railway Station shortly before 8pm The first male witness is said to have got on the bus along with Natan at Wyndham Vale Railway Station at 7.47pm before exiting the bus at 8.00pm at Olive Way and Black Forest Road in Wyndham Vale Police described him as of Indian/Sub-Continental or Middle Eastern appearance and of medium height with a slim build and short hair black shoes and carrying a dark backpack with light shoulder straps Police said the second passenger also got on the bus along with Natan at Wyndham Vale Railway Station at 7.47pm and exited the bus at 7.56pm at Manuka Grove and Haines Drive in Wyndham Vale He is described as of Indian/Sub-Continental or Middle Eastern appearance navy blue pants and carrying a blue backpack and with wireless headphones engaged in a video call while he was travelling on the bus Investigators believe one of the passengers may have already been in contact with Crimestoppers via the online portal on Thursday a 17-year-old boy from the Wyndham area and a 22-year-old Ascot Vale man were both charged with murder Police are appealing for both passengers to come forward and make contact with them either via their local police station or Crime Stoppers leaving contact details to allow Homicide Squad investigators to speak directly with them Anyone with information on the two witnesses or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at: www.crimestoppersvic.com.au More details have emerged after a fatal stabbing in Melbourne's west where four car loads of men allegedly jumped out of their vehicles and attacked another group Shock details have emerged after a man was allegedly stabbed to death during a fight between two large groups at a park in Melbourne's west.   Police were called to Haines Drive Reserve near Ribblesdale Avenue in Wyndham Vale to reports of a group of youths fighting about 11.30pm on Friday A 24-year-old man was found dead at the scene while two 27-year-old men were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.  a 24-year-old and 28-year-old - were arrested by police nearby and will be interviewed by detectives on Saturday.  Speaking at a media conference on Saturday Victoria Police Detective Inspector Paul Lloyd revealed more details about the moments leading up to the attack which he said appears to be "targeted".  He said a group of at least seven men were socialising in the carpark of the reserve before four car loads of men arrived who arrived in white sedan or hatchback-style cars allegedly jumped out of their vehicles and ambushed the other group They jumped out and ran and started this altercation right from get-go.. they went into attack mode pretty much straight away," Det Insp Lloyd said.  Det Insp Lloyd said "edged weapons" including machetes were produced during the brawl "The altercation went for about five minutes during which edged weapons were produced and used on several people who were originally here (at Haines Drive Reserve)," he said.  Det Insp Lloyd said at least seven men were already at the park while "12 plus" others arrived in the cars.  which police understand belongs to one of the men in the original group at the park While limited details are known about the men involved in the incident Det Insp Lloyd said the original group at the reserve were aged "predominately in their 20s" He confirmed the 24-year-old man who was killed was already at the park before the other group arrived.  Asked about the nature of the man's injuries "He certainly felt the full force of this attack There’s no doubt whoever was wielding the blows has had some clear intent to cause serious damage and probably kill him,” he said but certainly it was ferocious and the injuries to the deceased show that." Det Insp Lloyd confirmed it was a line of enquiry being investigated by police Det Insp Lloyd said the four men in custody were part of the original group at the park and are currently assisting police with enquiries.  urging anyone with footage of the incident to contact police "We’ve got some good CCTV footage which we’re trying to get our hands on to and that will take some time to really go through," he said Det Insp Lloyd said police will do everything in their power to "hold those to account who have been involved" in the attack.  noting the park is also located next to a primary school Forensic officers could be seen at Haines Drive reserve on Saturday morning as homicide detectives probed the circumstances surrounding the man's death.  Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has dashcam or CCTV footage, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online.  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 search for a missing Wyndham Vale woman Tanya has had a sad ending Police have thanked members of the public and the media for their interest support and information during the search for Tanya The 52-year-old was last seen in Corio on Friday A police spokesperson has revealed that the woman was located deceased in Birregurra last Friday "Her death is not being treated as suspicious and a report will be prepared for the coroner," a statement said August 13: Warrnambool is expected to continue to be a focus as police search for missing Wyndham Vale woman Tanya The 52-year-old was last seen at a service station in Corio on the Geelong Ring Road about 3pm on Friday officers have searched a number of areas including Warrnambool Tanya is described as being approximately 170cm tall She was last seen wearing a grey hooded jumper black leggings and camel coloured ugg boots Tanya may be travelling in a dark grey 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan wagon with the registration 1XU4DG It is believed she may be in the Otway Shire area or along the coast Police and family have concerns for her welfare due to an existing medical condition and her behaviour being out of character Investigators have released an image of Tanya and the vehicle in the hope that someone can provide information on her current whereabouts Anyone with information or CCTV/dashcam footage is urged to contact Werribee police station on 9742 9444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 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 Keep up with netball news from across the region 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 story was one of the top stories from 2024 and was originally published in January The operator of a private security firm employed by rsidents of a Wyndham Vale housing estate says there’s increasing demand for the service Grant Burton’s company YPG Risk has been conducting nightly patrols at Wyndham Vale’s Jubilee Estate for the past two years in a service paid for by its body corporate Jubilee Estate is the only estate YPG Risk has taken on but Mr Burton said that’s not due to a lack of interest “We always have a list of clients wanting to come on board We talk to three housing estates a week already,” he said Jubilee Estate resident Matthew Mannix pays $300 dollars per quarter for the service and said it was good value “I feel like it’s assisted in deterring crime and making residents feel safer,” said Mr Mannix who has lived in the estate with his wife for past three years Jubilee Estate is located about 11 kilometers from the nearest police station in Werribee and recent media reports of the arrangement raised concerns about the ability of police to patrol new housing estates on Wyndham’s western fringe Mr Burton said this wasn’t the case and that his staff weren’t there to cover for police “There was no shortage of police that we’ve noticed we see plenty of police out there,” he said A spokesperson for Victoria Police said its officers patrolled the area around Jubilee Estate 24-7 and that crime rates there had recently fallen “Residential break-ins in Wyndham Vale have in fact dropped by 19 per cent since pre-pandemic,” the spokesperson said “Only last week police conducted a three-day operation in the Wyndham area to target people wanted for burglary and theft of motor vehicle offences During the operation local police checked more than 345 vehicles recovered two stolen vehicles and arrested 16 people wanted for a range of offences.” Mr Burton said it was the pace of growth in the area not a lack of police resources or distance that meant private security firms like his were being called on but it’s a growing area and growing population so the need for more police is evident.” Mr Burton said increased red tape had also changed the nature of policing It used to be a lot faster but now there’s a lot of procedures in place that have to follow” Providing security in the meantime forms a large part of YPG’s role with its patrol vehicle able to respond to calls within three minutes and its staff batons and handcuffs and able to restrain people if need be Star Weekly understands similar arrangements are common in housing estates across Wyndham Delays to the state government’s Western Rail Plan are costing Wyndham residents time and money according to several of the region’s key stakeholders which was first announced by the state government in 2018 and would involve the electrification of tracks to extend Metro services Wyndham Vale was meant to have its planning stages completed by 2023 Committee for Wyndham chief executive Leanne Down said the plan is essential for addressing the region’s long-term development “I believe the plan should be fully implemented by 2028 which aligns with projected population milestones for Wyndham and the ongoing infrastructure pressures that will intensify during this period,” she said it should already have been delivered and completed “We urge both state and federal governments to prioritise this critical infrastructure to support the evolving needs of the Wyndham community and the broader western region.” Ms Down also said the execution of the plan would increase property values stimulate tourism and make the region more attractive for investment Wyndham can attract more businesses and industries which will create jobs and stimulate the local economy,” she said Wyndham mayor Mia Shaw said including the realisation of the Western Rail Plan was listed as a critical priority in Wyndham’s Advocacy Strategy 2024-2026 “Melbourne’s west is continually growing and desperately needs a coordinated and coherent future rail plan,” she said “Currently we have no certainty or confidence in what the Suburban Rail Loop looks like for the west or clarity on a government plan for the Western Rail Plan.” a lack of rail is costing residents time in traffic “Currently almost 70 per cent of Wyndham residents work outside of the municipality many spending up to two hours driving every day – the equivalent of four weeks per year,” she said “Better transport infrastructure will reduce congestion in Wyndham increase employment opportunities and boost economic growth.” The Department of Transport and Planning was contacted for comment but the page you are looking for doesn't exist Email: admin@theaustraliatoday.com.au Phone: +61 (03) 8375 0295 © Designed with ❤ Media Clock Police are investigating the death of a man in Wyndham Vale Emergency services were called to a bus stop near Haines Drive following reports of an altercation about 8pm on Wednesday A man was found with wounds consistent with a stabbing was given medical treatment but died at the scene Two offenders then fled the scene before police arrived A crime scene has been established while detectives investigate to determine what occurred Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has CCTV footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au The next stage of “congestion busting” ring road linking Wyndham Vale and Tarneit is a step closer following an $85 million funding commitment from the federal government Lalor MP Joanne Ryan and Infrastructure Minister Catherine King announced the federal government would provide money for the Wyndham Ring Road (previously known as West Link stage two) The funding will pave the way works which will expand on the Ison Road overpass by building a new bridge over the Werribee River to connect Armstrong Road and Hobbs Road in Wyndham Vale to Sayers Road in Tarneit The funding will also include planning work to investigate the design and cost of upgrades to the intersection of Ballan Road and Armstrong Road in Wyndham Vale and Ballan Road bridge over the railway line that would create a direct road link from Tarneit to Wyndham Vale and Manor Lakes Ms Ryan said the upgrade will future-proof the region by reducing congestion through Wyndham and improving access to the Princes Highway as well as the employment precincts of Truganina and Laverton North we will ease congestion in Werribee and Hoppers Crossing,” she said Wyndham councillor Peter Maynard said the Wyndham Ring Road was a “game-changer” and that the Hobbs Road to Sayers Road connection was a “must” The project is part of the federal and state government’s $1.2 billion Victorian road blitz State Tarneit MP Dylan Wight said the ring road would “bust congestion on our local roads” “Having an alternative connection to the [Princes] freeway means we reduce demand on Ballan Road Heaths Road and roads through central Werribee The federal government has not provided a timeline for the project The announcement came on the same day as Ms Ryan pledged $5 million to create a new pavilion at Soldiers Reserve in Werribee The complex that hosts the Werribee Districts Football Club as well as the Werribee Junior Cricket Club would receive expanded spaces for sporting events Professional boxer and kickboxer turned-gym owner Paul ‘The Dragon’ Le is hoping a house that he is selling in Melbourne’s outer western suburbs lands a knockout blow with buyers is on the market with a $580,000-$630,000 asking range and Muay Thai before being crowned the 1999 Victorian Amateur Boxing Association’s state champion RELATED: Muhammad Ali’s former LA mansion has $20m+ price expectations Victorian family’s backyard has a literal gold mine in it Woman refuses to leave house that’s falling off a cliff He said that his love of martial arts and self-defence began in his childhood Le became one of the first Vietnamese-Australians to enter the professional boxing and kickboxing world and named a career highlight as his first pro match Professional boxer and kickboxer turned-gym owner Paul ‘The Dragon’ Le “I knocked the guy out in 32 seconds,” Le said He went on to win a host of titles including a World Kickboxing Association Australian championship and the professional kickboxing promotion K-1’s Grand Prix Muay Thai Rule Super Fight against the Netherlands’ Danny Manypassa at Vodafone Arena (now John Cain Arena) in 2001 Le was named the Victorian Boxing Trainers League’s most improved pro boxer of the year he was ranked as the number four Australian middleweight professional boxer and won a K-1 fight against Japanese champion Kozo Tekada Le notched up 11 fights in eight months across Australia and Asia Inside the home with open kitchen that flows outside MORE: Barrister of last Aussie hung’s $12m Vic farm for sale ‘Diddy’ seeks enormous sum for raided mansion He notched up a total of 52 registered fights during his career Le has owned and run Dragon Health & Fitness in Footscray for more than 12 years He has trained former AFL player including Andrejs Everitt and former Maribyrnong mayor Nam Quach Paul ‘the Dragon’ Le Hanging out with Kevin Sheedy Le is also involved in the Footscray Asian Business Association that his father kickboxing and Muay Thai competitions as a member of the Victorian Martial Arts and Professional Boxing Board And he’s standing in the Sheoak ward for Maribyrnong Council’s upcoming elections Le described the Wyndham Vale residence as his “dream home” but said he had moved closer to Footscray for work “The main bedroom is very nice and it’s on the corner “It would be a great area to raise a family it reminded me of the house in Back to the Future that Marty McFly and his wife lived in.” The actual view of the landscape from the property where residents have exclusive access to the area’s swimming pool and gym OBrien Real Estate senior property consultant and corporate auctioneer John Rombotis said the house was a good opportunity for a young buyer or family to buy a quality it was only built two years ago,” Mr Rombotis said Expressions of interest will close on October 28 Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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Halloween has grown into a beloved tradition in Wyndham with more and more residents embracing the spooky spirit What started as a relatively low-key event has transformed into a community-wide celebration with homes across the suburbs going all out with eerie decorations and haunted displays From towering skeletons and glowing pumpkins to elaborate front-yard graveyards residents have taken Halloween to new heights creating an exciting and festive atmosphere for all to enjoy One of the highlights each year was the Manor Lakes Halloween Spooktacular drawing crowds of costumed families and friends ready to explore the thrilling sights and sounds of the neighbourhood the organisers have announced that the event has come to an end and will no longer be a part of Wyndham’s Halloween celebrations as many homes across the area continue to welcome trick-or-treaters and transform their properties with chilling decorations WyndhamTV is compiling a list of the best-decorated homes throughout the community If you’re decorating in a special way this year We’ll provide a listing that everyone can use to make the most of the Halloween fun and ensure that Wyndham remains a hub of spooky celebrations 26th October – 1st November animation sounds will be switched on Spooky display with a mixture display including Creepy crawling doll,Skulls,Ghost Spiders and lots lots more.Lollie bags for Halloween night.Will start slowly setting up display in week or two before Halloween Display will be up all day on Halloween-Tiny terrors trick or treatingOctober 31st -Trick or treating 4:30PM – 8PM– Cameras in operation Buzz & Woody mascots will be out until 8pm (may be earlier depending on when it dies down) This is last years photo and this year is going to be bigger and better than that pic with new huge inflatable addded and giant animated skeleton etc Lights on till 10pm most nights better viewed when dark Pin the eyeball on zombie game as well as props for photos will be available more decorations will be added in the following week Display under construction should be up by Saturday 26th November Disney Themed Haunted MansionOctober 31st 3-9pmCome back when it’s dark for the Disney Villains projection show.Meet Jack Skellington and The Evil Queen (animatronics) Our display will be available for viewing from 27 October onwards from late afternoon until 10pm each night Some displays will be sectioned off with no access however many displays are available for closer inspection Lollies including gluten free options on 31 October Trick-orTreat Thursday 31st from 4pm onwards Lights and special effects best after dark Daily Countdown Display from 1st-30th October from 7am-6pm.Halloween Night 4pm-9pmFundraising for the National Breast Cancer Foundation Follow Along on Facebook at:Anna Skeleton – Halloween Countdown – Display will be up all day on Halloween -Tiny terrors trick or treating (5 years and under)October 31st at 12pm-1.30pm-Trick or treating 6.30pm til 8pm-Display will be fenced off -Gold coin or donations greatly appreciated Will be ready to hand out lollies and everything will be turned on at 5.30pm To make it even easier to find these wonderfully decorated homes WyndhamTV is compiling a list of the best spots We’ll provide a listing that the entire community can use to make the most of the Halloween fun