Kilmore Galore

29/03/2026

CHURCH TORCHED IN KILMORE 🔥

A heritage-listed church in Kilmore has been badly damaged after a suspicious fire, with the incident now drawing wider attention due to its planned conversion into a mosque.

Emergency services were called to Powlett Street shortly before 2pm on Tuesday, with crews bringing the blaze under control within 20 minutes – but not before significant damage was done to the 160-year-old bluestone building.

The site, originally built in the 1850s as a Wesleyan Methodist Church, had recently been acquired by the Kilmore Islamic and Community Centre, which was preparing to restore it and operate it as a place of worship.

Victoria Police have confirmed the fire is being treated as suspicious, with a crime scene established. However, at this stage, investigators say it is not believed to be targeted and is not being linked to other recent fires, noting the building had been frequented by trespassers.

That view has been challenged by members of the local Muslim community, who believe the fire was deliberate and connected to the site’s future use.

“Today, our 165-year-old heritage-listed bluestone building (the former Uniting Church) was targeted in a deliberate arson attack,” wrote the Kilmore Islamic and Community Centre in a statement.

“This is not just an attack on a building,” they stressed. "It is an attack on local history, heritage, and community. It appears to be a targeted attack against the local Muslim community.”

“We will not be intimidated. We will not be divided. We are not going anywhere. We will rebuild. We will restore. We are one, and we are many.”

The incident has disrupted plans to restore the historic building, with those involved saying the project has now been set back significantly.

Reports of a separate fire at a property linked to a member of the Muslim community the night before have also added to concern.

In the aftermath, community leaders and political representatives have visited the site in a show of solidarity, emphasising unity and rejecting hate-based violence.

Police investigations remain ongoing, and anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam or CCTV footage is urged to come forward.

03/03/2026

In some horrible news, a young life has been lost following a devastating crash in Kilmore last Wednesday. :'(

Emergency services rushed to Butlers Road about 8.50pm after reports a Nissan wagon had lost control and rolled onto its roof. What began as an ordinary evening quickly turned into tragedy.

The driver, an 18-year-old local fella, was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries. Despite medical efforts, he later died.

For a family, friends and a tight-knit community, the shock is immeasurable. At just 18, a future full of plans, milestones, and memories has been cut heartbreakingly short.

Police investigations into the circumstances of the collision remain ongoing, with authorities urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage to come forward.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends and all those affected by this devastating loss. 💔

07/02/2026

Spotted at Kilmore Skate Park! 🤔

05/10/2025

It was a big day out today at Pyalong – nestled between Kilmore, Lancefield, Kyneton, Heathcote and Seymour! 🔥

The official opening of the town’s brand-new fire station was held, drawing a crowd of locals, firies, and a fair few familiar faces from across the region! 🚒

Brigades from nearby towns rolled in to show their support, and the community turned up in force to celebrate a huge milestone for the Pyalong Fire Brigade! 🙌🏻

You could feel the pride in the air – this one’s been a long time coming, and it means a lot to the folks who’ve kept the trucks rolling for decades! ☺️

Plenty of past and present volunteers were there, swapping stories, having a laugh, and remembering the old shed days when space was tight and gear was stacked to the rafters! 💬

The new digs are a massive upgrade – roomier, shinier, and built to take the brigade well into the future! 👌🏻

All in all, a proper country celebration – locals, CFA crews, a few speeches, and the smell of snags on the barbie drifting through the air! 🌭

Pyalong’s got itself a fire station to be proud of, that’s for sure! 👏🏻

14/06/2025

Absolutely tragic scenes in Kilmore yesterday, with a man losing his life in a horrific worksite accident on Quinns Road.

Emergency services were called out around 11:30am after reports came through of an industrial incident.

Sadly, by the time crews got there, there was nothing that could be done – the bloke had died at the scene.

Police will now prep a report for the coroner, and WorkSafe’s been called in to dig into exactly what went wrong.

Devastating stuff. Thoughts go out to the fella’s family, his mates, and the crew he worked with – no one should head off to work and not make it home.

12/04/2025

Kilmore Police have set up a 20-minute “preliminary testing site” on Powlett Street, reportedly testing 29 people with oral fluid checks.

A quick blitz to tick the box, while other, more pressing issues probably get sidelined. Good to know they’re keeping busy, though, even if it’s not exactly tackling the real problems in the area.

13/12/2024

Kilmore's historic Uniting Church, located on the town's main street, is set to be converted into a mosque by the newly-formed Kilmore Islamic Society. 🪬 ⛪

05/10/2024

These ladies from Kilmore enjoyed their day out in Maldon, which included a visit to the Maldon Lolly Shop! 🍬

When a Kilmore crew come to visit! What a lovely surprise!! I hope you gorgeous ladies enjoyed your day out.

25/03/2024

A fascinating abandoned railway bridge in Pyalong, north of Kilmore and Lancefield, south of Heathcote, and west of Seymour! 🛤️