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SES volunteers reunited with Kalorama family three years later
The SES’s annual Wear Orange Wednesday was celebrated with a special reunion of a Kalorama family and the rescuers who attended their home on the…
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Hits and misses of relief
There were a number of measures announced in the Federal Budget under the scope of cost-of-living relief, some immediate and others over time. Approved earlier…
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Bird watchers flock together in Emerald
In the world of bird watching, one of the most significant challenge is the ’big year’ – a challenge to identify as many species as…
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Monbulk RSL powers up
After the February storms left more than 530,000 electricity customers without power at its peak, the Monbulk community is now better equipped to withstand severe…
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Sustainable Kallista Log House hits the market
Finished seven years ago and built to meet the standards of the ‘Passivhaus’ criteria, the iconic Kallista ‘log house’ is a leading example for sustainability…
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A positive step for renewables
The recent Federal budget drop has made decisive moves towards renewable energy future in Australia. The budget has backed billions for clean industry, funding to…
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Questions raised about effectiveness of Budget boosts for healthcare
Support for some of the most pressing healthcare concerns in Australia received some support in the 2024/25 Federal Budget. The first cab off the rank…
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Pleas for upgrades on dangerous Kallista roads
In a fight for what many locals are rightfully calling the “bare minimum,” the Kallista Flood Watch Group are advocating for much needed funds and…
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Beautiful mural unveiled in Belgrave
A beautiful artistic addition to the winding paths of Belgrave had its official launch on Sunday 19 May. The Belgrave Food Garden launched a stunning…
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Presenting a clearer picture of fire risk
Residents across Cardinia impacted in the 2019 Bunyip Complex bushfire have contributed to new research highlighting the importance of bushfire maps, ensuring emergency information can…
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Wear Orange with pride for the SES
Wear Orange Wednesday approaches and the SES volunteers across the Yarra Ranges have been busier than ever this year. Each year the Victoria State Emergency…
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Three charged after ram-raids
Three teenagers, with one as young as 13, have been charged with multiple alleged ram raids targeting the Dandenong Ranges. Eastern Region Crime Squad detectives…
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