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Wine’s a full glass of gags
By Derek Schlennstedt Uncorked at last, the 1812 Theatre will be unveiling its new play Last of the Summer Wine. The stage production is based…
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Puffed up over historic engine
Almost every resident in the Dandenong Ranges would have heard the subtle whistle of Puffing Billy as it choofs around the hills, a plume of…
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It’s the last straw
By Peter Douglas Monbulk mother Sonja Leigh is on a mission to help out her beloved Dandenong Ranges, one plastic straw at a time. Ms…
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Better sewerage
By Derek Schlennstedt Yarra Valley Water is planning to implement a modern sewerage service for the Monbulk area, as part of the community sewerage program.…
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Light of spirit
By Peter Douglas Monbulk’s Mike Coen is travelling much lighter these days. Much, much lighter. After selling his house and all his belongings – “Yes,…
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All for the children
By Derek Schlennstedt The first five years of a child’s life are crucial. Which is why some of the most important people in children’s lives…
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Footpaths are the missing transport links
Footpath links and bus frequency may be contributing to Yarra Ranges residents not making the most of existing public transport services. These factors, along with…
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Insight into boys growing up
By Kath Gannaway The invisibility of male youth has taken a very public profile with the launch last week of two larger-than-life portrait panels in…
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Drop-in appeal
By Derek Schlennstedt The Holy Fools in Lilydale has called upon Yarra Ranges Council to help support and create a drop-in centre for homeless people…
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Monbulk are raring to go
MONBULK JUNIOR FOOTBALL After the weekend off because of the school holidays, there were many excited kids ready and raring to play. As the season…
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Niche pathway to mental health
By Peter Douglas A grassroots initiative aimed at improving mental health in the hills is going from strength to strength. Although still in its infancy,…
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Homeless find refuge at church
By Derek Schlennstedt In the Yarra Ranges, winter means bitter cold temperatures, frost warnings and sometimes even snow. For the majority, the customary response is…
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