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Odyssey of the Himalayas
By Peter Douglas Acclaimed artist Jan Ward is set to present a talk about her two treks to the Himalayas and the artworks they inspired.…
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Missing boy appeal
Police are calling for the public to look out for a missing boy. Sixteen-year-old Zac Sargeson is known to frequent Ferntree Gully and was last…
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Missing boy appeal
Police are calling for the public to look out for a missing boy. Sixteen-year-old Zac Sargeson is known to frequent Ferntree Gully and was last…
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Toy library gets a facelift
The Mount Evelyn Community Toy Library has unveiled its new look, after substantial renovations were completed recently. The re-opening took place on Thursday 2 February,…
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House fully alight
CFA fire investigators will investigate the cause of a house fire in Yellingbo on Friday 3 February. Just after 6.30am, firefighters attended a house on…
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Abrupt end to century-old history
By Peter Douglas More than one century of history in Ferny Creek ended abruptly last month, as Australia Post shut down the historic Ferny Creek…
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Our top senior citizen
By Peter Douglas Long-time Emerald volunteer Mike Allery says his recent Australia Day honour is largely due to working with so many fantastic people. After…
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Basat bags carving comp
SOME of the best national and international chainsaw carvers descended on Mount Dandenong recently for the Australian Chainsaw Carving Championships. Though, self-taught Wandin sculptor Robbie…
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Call to help RSL fight for survival
By Peter Douglas The Upwey-Belgrave RSL is receiving community support, as the fight continues to save the venue. However much more is required before its…
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Top art from hills schools showcased
By Jesse Graham The work of talented Yarra Ranges teenagers is being presented throughout February and March, with the council’s VCE Creative Showcase exhibition opening…
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Anything goes at Mentals show
By Peter Douglas After nearly 40 years of recording and non-stop touring, legendary Aussie pop-band Mental as Anything is as strong as ever. Their next…
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Yellow arrows blunted
By Peter Douglas The popular Birdsland reserve is now free of the yellow arrows that had tainted its natural beauty. At least, the arrows are…