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Game, set, raffle! get your tickets for Ferntree Gully Tennis Club’s Easter fundraiser

Ferntree Gully Tennis Club is inviting the community to get involved in their first-ever online raffle to raise much-needed funds for the maintenance of...

Cost-of-living still the talking point as Federal budget released

The final Federal Budget before the upcoming election set for May this year has been released. Previously promised Medicare and health investments, Future Made in...

Don’t ‘ignite’ panic: lessons from Montrose blaze that could save your home

In the aftermath of the bushfire in Montrose last weekend, emergency volunteers shared valuable insights into the key lessons from the fire and emphasised...

Support for Yarra Ranges’ CCTV network grows

Dumping Isn’t donating

Olinda’s Hackett’s Road trouble continues

Could CCTV have caught war memorial vandals?

Latest Sport

Personal best’s at season’s end

It was stunning weather for the Little Athletics Season Celebration round on Saturday 22 March. The track at Mt Evelyn was a hive of...

Mt Evelyn survive four seasons to advance to Grand Final

Week two of finals actions provided the virtual mixed bag for cricketers over the weekend. Scorching heat on Saturday forcing the abandonment of play...

Round Seven of the Eastern 55 Senior Pennant at Churchill-Waverley Golf Club

The Last chance saloon was open, Titleist’s and Callaway’s were at the ready. Check the target, take aim and swing. That’s the theory. Of...

Pointon retains national title, athletes rack up PBs at season’s end

The 2024-25 Track and Field season is nearing the end but this does not mean our Yarra Ranges Athletics athletes stop chasing PBs. Thursday night,...

Another gold and new record for Pincott at State Champs

A really hot Casey Fields hosted the Little Athletics Victoria State Track & Field Championships over the weekend. Yarra Ranges Athletics Club's medal count was...

Monbulk’s impressive season ends with semifinal defeat

Saturday Pennant – The weather was warm with no wind, perfect for playing bowls. Monbulk 1 played in the semifinal after a week’s delay...

Latest Entertainment

Chrysalis offers a peek for Open Studios

The Chrysalis exhibition launched at Burrinja Cultural Centre on Thursday 20 March, celebrating a thriving art community in the Dandenong Ranges. Over 200 people...

Custom-made guitar adds beautiful sounds

A Healesville-based musician is looking forward to performing at The Basin Music Festival with his new guitar. Robbie Greig won a songwriting contest held by...

First time for Open Studios

Local residing in Belgrave South and newcomer to the Hills, artist and tutor, Carolina Gartner, is excited to be a first-time artist amongst many...

‘Beautifully gothic’ vamp rocks IWD 2025 showcase

The ‘beautifully gothic’ fashionista of the streets, the Tecoma Veteran Vamp has taken in some studio time recently, being featured as part of a...

Monbulk muralist shortlisted for People’s Choice Award

Monbulk’s talented muralist and fine artist has recently made waves in the Australian art scene by being shortlisted for the People’s Choice Award at...

Healing through art

Underneath my Umbrella has launched 'Black and White' an exhibition series bringing family violence, the lived experiences of survivors and the journey they go...

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Better banking at Community Bank Monbulk and District

Community Bank Monbulk & District really is a part of our local community and everyday we seek to strengthen, support and build our community...

Jenni Nash: Monbulk’s top agent and true local champion

Monbulk has spoken, and the results are in—Jenni Nash has been awarded the prestigious Rate My Agent No.1 Agent for Monbulk in 2024, recognised...

Passion, care at the heart of New Belgrave

New Belgrave Motors are reliable, experienced and always go the extra mile. Owners and dynamic duo Shane and Cindy Taylor say safety is the...

Excellence in learning at Belgrave South Primary School

For over 100 years, Belgrave South Primary School has been at the heart of the local community, providing excellence in teaching and learning within...

Get a taste of Steiner education

Prospective parents have a unique opportunity to experience a taste of Steiner Education at an upcoming workshop at the school’s primary campus. On Saturday 22...

Belwey Motors a one-stop workshop for all your automotive needs

Belwey Motors in Upwey offers Car and 4WD servicing maintenance and mechanical repairs on all makes and models including brakes, clutch, cooling system, engine...

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The privacy paradox: a disconnect between CCTV need and expectations

Australians typically have a complicated relationship with surveillance technologies and privacy as evidenced by researchers from across the country. One of those researchers, Griffith...

’Raining embers’: the frightening wake up call of the Montrose bushfire

It’s 10pm at night. The final checks of a fire burning at the end of your street show no signs of smoke or flames....

Environmental impact of bushfire yet to be confirmed but rescuers ready to assist

In the wake of the Montrose bushfire wildlife rescuers and environmentalists are awaiting the all clear to assess the damage and assist animals in...

Harmony in every step for the Colour Run

A kaleidoscope of colourful chalk covered kids descended on the Tecoma Primary school oval last Friday in the name of charity and harmony, with...

Tecoma author makes waves with new book, ‘Higher Ground’

A Tecoma author has spent seven years crafting a beautifully illustrated children's book that touches on themes of survival, family, and hope. Tull Suwannakit's...

Monbulk Bowler celebrates thrilling women’s over 60s championship

Spanning from Warburton to Ashburton, Yarra Glen to Pakenham, the Eastern Ranges Bowls Region boasts 34 vibrant clubs, where competition thrives among seasoned bowlers. Amidst...

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Game, set, raffle! get your tickets for Ferntree Gully Tennis Club’s...

Ferntree Gully Tennis Club is inviting the community to get involved in their first-ever online raffle to raise much-needed funds for the maintenance of...

Cost-of-living still the talking point as Federal budget released

Don’t ‘ignite’ panic: lessons from Montrose blaze that could save your...

Support for Yarra Ranges’ CCTV network grows

Dumping Isn’t donating

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