Our team of journalists speak with Steve McGhie, the Victorian Labor Member for the Melton District.

From a Grade 4 classroom to the chambers of Victorian Parliament, Melton-local Ariel Mezzacappa’s leadership journey is a testament to what’s possible when young people are empowered to speak up. Now, the 2024 YMCA Youth Premier is stepping into university life with the same passion for advocacy and change.

After a cancer diagnosis, Sonyia Hofherr turned hardship into hope, creating Pay It Forward Melton to support those in need. What began with small donations has grown into a vital community initiative, proving that one act of kindness can spark a movement.

After arriving in Australia as a refugee, John Kon turned his challenges into a drive to give back. Now a Lawyer at Brimbank Melton Community Legal Centre, he’s helping others navigate the legal system - showing how lived experience can lead to lasting impact.

Reclaimed Voices is more than a documentary - it’s a movement that amplifies African Australian youth experiences, and sparks much needed conversations on justice, identity, and systemic change.

Melton mother Brooke created Sevn Clouds, a simple app offering instant relief for anxiety and panic attacks.