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Adoption of stormwater management plan deferred on grounds of transparency
A deferral of Yarra Ranges Council’s stormwater management plan approval was unanimously voted through after questions were raised about missing documents. The decision was noted…
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Power and shower relief for Yarra Ranges residents amid ongoing power outages
If you’ve been affected by recent severe weather-related power outages and are still waiting for your power to be restored, the Yarra Ranges Council has…
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From sausage sizzles to vintage sales: how Lifeview homes are raising funds for good causes”
Residents and staff at Emerald’s Glades Lifeview aged care facility have launched a new charitable initiative aimed at making a positive impact in local communities.…
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‘Accidental artist’ Tania Chanter finds her calling and captures hearts at Melbourne’s Art Fair”
Silvan ‘accidental artist’ Tania Chanter has had her artwork displayed at the Affordable Art Fair Melbourne last week – an exhibition which democratises the art…
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Batteries driving cheaper bills and resilient networks
The Victorian Government is improving energy resilience for local communities and making sure more families drive down their energy bills, through the Neighbourhood Batteries Program.…
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EACH takes the party on the road to celebrate 50 years of health services to communities
Each Community Health Services is celebrating its fiftieth birthday, marking five decades of providing essential healthcare and support to local communities. The not-for-profit but for-purpose…
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RAPA’s rising stars Rose Ennis and Jazz Toland feature films at Lantern and Light Festival
Young filmmakers from Belgrave Rose Ennis and Upwey Jazz Toland have entered their films to the Lantern and Light International Children’s Film Festival – a…
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Overcoming adversity: AJ Jennings’ inspiring journey to Paralympic Archery
Macclesfield shooting-star Amanda Jane (AJ) Jennings has reached Paris to mark her debut as a paralympic archer. The Green and Gold athletes left Australia on…
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An event brought huge economic benefits
It turned out that a nationwide sport event held in Yarra Glen has brought huge economic benefits not only to the hosting town but also…
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One step further for health triangle
Knox City Council has welcomed new planning controls for the Wantirna Health Precinct that pave the way for better access to health care, more jobs…
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Music makes for greater connection in Montrose
The Montrose Community Meals have been bursting with connection since the initiative started in March and the addition of music only made that stronger. Partnering…
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Winds whip the state, with no reprieve in sight
Victoria continues to experience severe weather as emergency services and volunteers deal with the fallout of a storm that was likened to the strength of…