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World Ranger Day highlights rewarding but dangerous field
The unseen and often dangerous work done by our Yarra Ranges National Park rangers were celebrated on 31 July for World Rangers Day. Parks Victoria…
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All aboard Belgrave’s future
Puffing Billy Railway is inviting the community to help shape the future of one of Victoria’s most iconic tourist destinations, as planning begins for the…
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Outer east locals asked to put on walking shoes for Homelessness Week
As part of Homelessness Week, 4-10 August, the Eastern Homelessness Network (EHN) will host the Homeward Bound Walk around Ringwood Lake on 5 August. MPs…
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Australian Government, Cleanbill clash over predicted bulk-billing increases
A new report by healthcare directory Cleanbill has indicated that the expansion of the Bulk Billing Incentive might not see a massive uptick in fully…
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Church gets a Turner-round
Monbulk Christian Fellowship Church has welcomed a familiar face back into its fold, with Adrian Turner stepping into the role of intentional interim pastor. Mr…
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It’s all coming together at Belgrave Library’s jigsaw swap
Belgrave Library has come up with a fun way for puzzle lovers to connect and share their passion with others through a monthly jigsaw swap…
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Free virtual women’s health clinic launches
A virtual women’s health clinic, led by community health organisation Each, has officially launched in Victoria, the first state-wide initiative of its kind. Announced in…
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‘Toughest’ bail laws in land to target repeat offenders
Bailed crooks who commit serious crimes will find it “almost impossible” to keep their freedom under new laws. The Victorian government introduced its second package…
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Workplace watchdog takes hard look at disability sector
Disability workers are being underpaid $13.6 million every year, prompting the workplace investigator to focus on rogue providers and exploitation. The Fair Work Ombudsman will…
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Shed happens in Emerald
A proposed outbuilding at 123 Emerald-Monbulk Road will go ahead, following a decision by the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) to uphold and vary…
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Increase in ash fire call outs has CFA asking locals to be mindful
Local CFA have recently seen an increase in fires caused by hot fireplace ash. Units are advising people to remember to always use a metal…
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Minor works completed across the Yarra Ranges
Last month, a number of minor works were completed by the Yarra Ranges Council – here’s a quick rundown for the Hills area. In the…
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