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Fears that tree is headed for a fall
By Peter Douglas Olinda resident Peter Bourne fears a nearby ‘problem tree’ could one day demolish two bedrooms of his house. Despite Yarra Ranges Council…
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NDIS – how it works forum
A free National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) forum in Monbulk is being held on Friday 24 February, in partnership with Yarra Ranges Council and Yooralla.…
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A not-so family film
By Peter Douglas Hills audiences are in for a rare treat, with a second helping on offer for the hugely popular documentary, ‘The Family’. After…
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Firey recalls blackest days
By Jesse Graham When February 7, 2009, came around, firefighters and emergency services crews around the state jumped into action, defending towns, properties and lives…
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Thanks to the volunters
Over the weekend, special thanks went out to the Yarra Ranges community volunteers who assisted with clean-up operations after the 9 October windstorm last year.…
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Movie night to save dogs
The Cameo Theatre in Belgrave is set to host a fund-raising night that may just save a life or two. Save-A-Dog Scheme (SADS) will host…
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Ascent cancelled as no quorom
By Peter Douglas The brakes have been applied to The Ascent women’s only cycling event, which last year controversially required road closures around the Dandenong…
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SES stepping up
By Peter Douglas The Emerald SES unit is officially the hardest-working team in Victoria, after ranking first in the state in 2016 for attending call-outs…
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Got their motors runnin’
By Peter Douglas With a shared passion for motorbikes, GriefLine counsellors Bill James and Will Graeme knew exactly how they could raise money and awareness…
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Eyes on the ball
By Kath Gannaway Lauren Tesoriero knew she wanted to play football from the time she was just a kid … she just had to wait…
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A walk in the green
For those preparing for the Oxfam Trailwalker 2017, Olinda will host a twilight training session on Saturday, 18 February. The popular event is Oxfam’s largest…
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Bowlers need fresh blood
By Peter Douglas After struggling to field three sides in Saturday pennant, Monbulk Bowls Club is seeking out those who enjoy being part of team…
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