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Final sentence for Brendan Searle
“Cautious optimism” has been granted a man with a known criminal history for numerous crimes committed throughout Boronia in 2021. Brandon Searle, 36, who attempted…
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Free green waste drop-off for storm impacted residents
Free extra green waste drop offs have been available to community throughout Cardinia Shire until 24 and 25 of February. To support residents impacted by…
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Local brigades prepare to protect Gilwell Park
Hoddles Creek Fire Brigade joined a recent training exercise to help improve its capability to support a neighbouring brigade. Alongside the Pakenham Upper CFA and…
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Commonwealth Bank Australia slapped with record fine for wage theft
The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured a record $10.34 million in penalties against the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) and its subsidiary CommSec in response…
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The helpless search in times of a storm
It took only 10 minutes or so of extraordinary storm violence to send the Dandenongs spinning from the 21st Century back to the 1900s. No…
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Hearty meals keeping emergency responders fed in aftermath of storms
In the wake of an emergency, volunteers donate their time to respond in whatever capacity needed to provide relief, assistance and support to the affected…
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Safety fears at school
There are renewed calls for electronic speed signs on Kallista-Emerald Road outside Kallista Primary School, with fears for student safety. Concerned parent Jason Fox launched…
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Revised power and shower spots in the Yarra Ranges
Yarra Ranges Council’s Shower and Power locations have now been revised as power returns to certain areas. Power and Shower sites are now located at:…
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Critically endangered parrot chicks brighten Healesville Sanctuary
Forty-one of the rarest and most mysterious animals in the world are taking flight at Healesville Sanctuary, marking a significant conservation triumph. The critically endangered…
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Fallen power lines, trees across the Hills
The Hills were rocked by wild weather with locals unsure when power will be restored after damaging winds lashed the area on Tuesday 13 February.…
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Almost 9000 Toyota Yaris models recalled
8815 Toyota Yaris cars have been recalled due to a fault in the suspension that can cause it to coorode and detach. Due to a…
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Permaculture Week events return for fifth year
The fifth edition of Permaculture Week in the Yarra Valley is coming up next month. The event hosts different events and opportunities throughout the region…