CopperLine News

17/04/2024

Are you ready to hone your writing skills and learn how to craft compelling stories?

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to write like a journalist. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to improve their storytelling abilities. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experienced journalists and take your writing to the next level.

See full details on our website. To register your attendance go to our bookings page.

You can email [email protected] with any questions.

Copperline News

10/10/2023

FREE EVENT: Places still available this Thursday 12th October, 2pm at Montsalvat. Come and join us for an afternoon tea and conversation about your ideas and any feedback. Bookings required for catering purposes. Email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

CopperLine's aim is to provide a free local newspaper that speaks to the interests of our community

10/03/2023

What a welcome surprise! Many thanks to Kate Thwaites for her support and encouragement👌🙏Federal Government support for local community newspapers would be game changer. Move over Rupert!

07/02/2023

We’re back after a break over the holiday period. Edition 3 is hot off the press today. You can find a copy at the main distribution points:

Eltham Village Mall (Coles arcade)
Eltham Library
Eltham Bookshop
Bendigo Bank, Eltham
Bolton Street Deli
Zen Den
Espresso 3094, Montmorency
Research shops
St Helena Woolworths & newsagent

We hope you enjoy it!

19/01/2023

The Volunteer Expo is on this Sunday 22nd Jan at Montsalvat from 11am - 2pm. Many local community groups will be there. You'll have an opportunity to learn first-hand about the wonderful work these groups do.
There will be plenty of volunteering opportunities available or just come along and show your support.
CopperLine will be there too. Stop by and say hello and tell us what you would like to see in your local newspaper or how you might like to contribute.
This is a free event. Hope to see you there!

24/10/2022

Calling all local businesses.
Advertising is now being accepted for the November (mid-month) issue. Let locals know about your business, services, products and events and help support our community newspaper.
Printed edition circulation is 2,000 copies around Eltham and surrounding areas.
See ad rates and sizes below. Print specifications can be found on our web site - ‘Advertising’ tab on the menu at copperlinenews.com.au Email any enquiries to [email protected]
Submission deadline is 4th November.

Thank you in advance.

19/10/2022

Thank you to our community for supporting CopperLine!
If you haven’t picked up a copy yet, you’ll need to be quick. The last remaining copies of the 2,000 print run were distributed today to Eltham Village, Eltham Library, Zen Den café and Espresso 3094 in Were St, Montmorency.
Many thanks to the local businesses and facilities who have kindly agreed to stock your community newspaper.
Espresso3094 Eltham Village Shopping Centre Community Bank Hurstbridge, Diamond Creek, Eltham, Doreen-Mernda & Kinglake Eltham Bookshop

04/08/2022

04/08/2022

You are warmly invited to attend a public meeting to hear about the new, independent, volunteer-run community newspaper for Eltham and surrounds.

Join us to learn about opportunities for news reporters / journos, whether experienced or emerging. We’re also offering opportunities to share information in the paper about your community group, sports club, school or business... to name a few.

We need more volunteers to help run the newspaper so if you are able to help, we'd love to hear from you.

Come and join us at Montsalvat, 7 Hillcrest Ave, Eltham on
Tuesday 9th August at 7.30pm

RSVP to [email protected]