February 2026
February 26, 2026
It’s certainly been a whirlwind of a start to the new year, and we’re not sure it’s going to slow down any time soon. The Melba year kicked off with the Midsumma Festival in January followed by the 25th Having a Say Conference, run by VALID in Geelong. Days later Melba was loudly and proudly strut…
December 2025
December 19, 2025
Welcome to our last Melba Community News for 2025. The next edition will land in your inbox in February 2026.
October 2025
November 18, 2025
International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD), Wednesday 3 December, is a global moment to recognise rights, achievements and contributions—and to turn awareness into everyday inclusion.
September 2025
September 11, 2025
It’s been a busy time at Melba and across the sector. You may have read a recent news story about the future of Supported Independent Living (SIL) in Victoria and the financial viability of providers like Melba Support Services. Melissa Webster, Acting CEO, released a statement in response.
August 2025
August 6, 2025
We are in the final stages of welcoming people formerly supported by Annecto into the Melba community. We are working hard to make sure that we have all the right processes in place to provide the quality support that Melba is known for. We know this has been a tough time for many people and we are …
July 2025
July 17, 2025
Everyone at Melba Support Services was saddened when, after 70 years Annecto, a disability and aged care provider, announced they will stop delivering services later this month. We are working closely with Annecto on what support we can provide for Victorian NDIS participants during this challenging…
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Melba Support Services acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises First Peoples’ continuing connection to lands, waters, and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present who carry the memories, traditions, cultures, and aspirations of First Peoples, and who forge the path ahead for future leaders.