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Solar option
By Tania MartinHILLS environmentalists have welcomed a move to scrap the cap on the Federal Government’s solar rebate scheme. The government came under heavy fire…
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Getting into the swing of tennis
By Tania MartinAS the buzz of the Australian Open draws near, Hills kids are being urged to pick up a racquet and step on to…
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Shire out to lift ‘kinder’ numbers
By Casey NeillTHE Shire of Yarra Ranges is on a mission to boost preschool attendance. The council has received a $40,000 Federal Government grant to…
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A passion rewarded
By Tania MartinMONBULK’S answer to Jamie Durie is already making his mark on the landscape garden industry. Jake Ryan has always dreamed of pottering around…
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Record entries for Australia Day awards
A RECORD number of locals have been nominated for their outstanding achievements this year. Cardinia Shire Council has received more than 52 nominations for its…
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Cash help reaches out
By Tania MartinTWO hills youth services will be better equipped this year thanks to a $270,000 State Government cash injection. Emerald’s Centre for Hope and…
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Gentle art’s ancient skills
By Tania MartinEMERALD tai chi master, Gillian Talbot is again offering a range of classes for beginners this year. Her school, the Golden Lion Academy…
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Join the cha cha
MUSIC duo Cha Cha Sam will perform their tunes for big spirited kids at Burrinja next week. The upbeat and interactive show features ukulele-infused folk…
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Maria opts for new challenges
By Tania MartinUPWEY’s Maria McIntyre is looking forward to new challenges this year. The dedicated principal is taking up a new post at St Peter…
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Artists’ studios to open to the public
HILLS artists are invited to participate in this year’s Dandenong Ranges Open Studios Weekend. Now in its sixth year, the program allows artists to share…
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Try romance
FIVE years ago the Snooty Fox restaurant in Olinda was taken over by James and Sarah and their dynamic staff, with the intention of creating…
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Tragedy starts safety drive
By Lia BichelTHE worst day of Marion Mason’s life was 10 years ago, when her husband died in a work-related accident. Six months later she…
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