Water is precious

Innovation doesn't care but the fish do!

Author

marc m
August 28, 2025

Hello Hume’ns (The awesome people of the Hume area).

This week has brought up some concerns about resources. Although this is the backdrop for the some of the stories we found, it highlights there’s alot going on in the Hume area. We even managed to get a subscriber discount for you all to some to have some extra fun. So whatever your upto this weekend have a great one.

In this week’s Humepulse edition:

  • Data Centers and water concerns

  • Fishing locally

  • Let’s go indoor Go Karting

    and more …..

Hume Council News & Events

AI is Thirsty? Hume Councilors want more info

This week the Council have asked for information on the planned proposal for data centres. The main concern is the environmental impact to the local water supply. Hume has the majority of proposals and Cr Kurt has sounded the alarm with the council now asking for more scrutiny. I wrote a few months ago that one of these data centres house an Ai for medical Research and on the surface that all sounds fine but at what cost? [ INFO ]

Calendar of Freebies

We thought we would add events that are free or cost very little to attend. Check out the Council Calendar for this week [ INFO ]

Hume Local News

Let’s go fishing

There has been a restocking program going on across Victoria and 2 of the lakes in the Hume area have benefited from this program. The 2 lakes that are close for locals are Roxburgh Park Lakes and Spavin Drive Lake in Sunbury. The program is to make fishing accessible without having to go far, although there are a total of 17 lakes to choose from if you get the bug to catch the “BIG ONE”. Trout Season starts 06th September [ INFO ]

Vertical farm in Tullamarine

This is more of a did you know? That the melbourne airport precinct will house a vertical farm? If you look under the surface of the area you’ll find all types of cool innovation. The company behind it is called Stacked Farm and they have been quietly building these farms all over australia and have reached into the U.S. My only concern is the water usage now with datacenters becoming a concern. Still it’s great to see innovation happen in our own backyard. [ INFO ]

Restaurant pick of the Week

3 blue ducks

This place always draws me back, with a master chef owner, and within the complex of URBNSURF in tullamarine, it provides a good vibes atmosphere. The sound of the rolling waves is a piece of the coast in suburbia. The food is always unpretentious and full of flavours that excite me every time. You might think something on the menu doesn’t sound like much, but when you bite into it, I am always pleasantly surprised. It just goes to show you how good the chefs are. I’m a fan of their tempura cauliflower burger with a lavender Fizz. [ INFO ]

Hume Biz News

Powerplay Go Karts Grand Opening

 A new indoor Go Kart track in Campbellfield is having a Grand Opening this Friday 29th August. It’s great to see new, exciting and fun places like this open up. Remember this is how Oscar Piastri started. Powerplay is the name of the go kart company and they have had a successful start out in Moorabbin. So to celebrate, they’re giving guests a second race free across the opening weekend by using the code HEYCAMBY but they must book online to take advantage of the code.

[ INFO ] Powerplay 464 Mahoneys Rd Campbellfield

Hume Local events

Friday 29th August

  • Meet and Greet at the old Ford Factory corner in Upfield. Show up with your shiny beast of a car or bike and hang out. You might be a stranger at the start but you will walk away with a new family!! Strictly No Hoon Rules apply! [ INFO ]

  • Ladies Night at Readings Cinema Sunbury. Relax and watch The Roses and have a great laugh. Start the weekend the right way. [ INFO ]

  • Calling all Card Gamers it’s time to get your Pokemon’ or is it Commander shoes on, and beat your opponent. [ INFO ]

Saturday 30th August

  • Stroll the Library at Craigieburn and support the local Women’s Indoor Market. It will be filled with handmade goods and unique items. Support a worthwhile event [ INFO ]

  • 12volt Customs are holding a Show and Shine. The last one was a smash hit event, they aim to repeat it all again. Celebrate End of Winter. [ INFO ]

  • Have you ever experienced the “Ottimo Crunch’ ? It really is a thing, developed by Bec the owner and baker of Ottimo Bakery. This weekend Bec is holding a masterclasses in Sourdough making in her Bakery whilst adding a sprinkle of joy!! If you don’t know how, why not do a masterclass and gain a new life skill. Clear your Saturday and get ready for some baking fun. [ INFO ]

Sunday 31st August

  • The 1st of many events to raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital for next year. The Kruze for Kids Group are holding a High Tea. [ INFO ]

  • Sunday Funday DRAGS + ROLL RACING is back!. This is a chance to watch the kings try to beat their Personal bests. Get the Adrenaline and heart pumping. [ INFO ]

  • Try your hand at Softball this season? Calder Dragons are holding an ‘OPEN DAY’ for you all, to have a bit of fun and get up to speed on this exciting sport. [ INFO ]

  • Time to Centre yourself and get ready for the week. These yoga sessions are just what your soul and body needs. [ INFO ]

Rest of the week - Local Happenings

  • Meditation Mornings Thursdays at Airport West - 04th September [ INFO ]

Local Gig Guide

CAMPBELLFIELD/ FAWKNER

  • Down for the Count | 29th Aug | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner click for info

  • Jukebox Heroes | 29th Aug | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - Bebes Bar click for info

  • GN’R & DARK ROOM | 30th Aug | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - click for info 

  • Good Times | 30th Aug | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - Bebes Bar click for info 

  • Wendy Stapleton - The Dusty Springfield Story | 31st Aug | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - click for info 

GLADSTONE PARK

  • Inferno Duet | 29th Aug | Pockets 11/217 Mickleham Rd, Gladstone Park - 8pm [INFO]

  • Track 7 | 30th Aug | Pockets 11/217 Mickleham Rd, Gladstone Park 8pm [INFO]

  • Nat Allison | 29th Aug | Gladstone Park Hotel 196 Mickleham Rd, Tullamarine

  • Brunsy | 30th Aug | Gladstone Park Hotel 196 Mickleham Rd, Tullamarine

SUNBURY

  • DJ Jords | 30th Aug | Piano on Evans 67A Evans St, Sunbury 11pm

  • Airie Duo | 29th August | Russo Estate 760 Holden Road, Diggers Rest 6pm - 9pm

    Airport West / Tullamarine

  • Tahlia Eve | 29th Aug | Mr. McCracken 1A Larkin Boulevard,
    Essendon Fields - 6:00pm - 9:00pm

  • Stella McGivor | 30th Aug | Mr. McCracken 1A Larkin Boulevard,
    Essendon Fields - 7:00 - 10:00 pm

  • Si Phillips | 31st Aug | Mr. McCracken 1A Larkin Boulevard,
    Essendon Fields - 1:00pm - 4:00pm