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Many still without power, as authorities still working to mend storm damage
Outages and blocked roads are still affecting Cardinia almost 48 hours after the storm, leaving large parts of the Eastern Dandenong Ranges without power, some…
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‘Early intervention improves outcomes’: how and why it’s important to provide productive support for addiction
Addiction remains a difficult issue to talk about and tackle for many but the rerelease of Addiction Australia on SBS on Demand can act as…
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Thousands without power as Yarra Ranges communities clean up after storm
Patches of the Yarra Ranges have been left in darkness with thousands of homes and businesses still without power after storms lashed the outer east…
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Relief centres open for storm affected Hills residents
Relief centres are now open in Emerald and Cockatoo to provide support to residents impacted by yesterday’s (Tuesday 13 February) severe storm events. The relief…
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Steiner school breaths new life into Menzies Creek Hall
The Dandenong Ranges Steiner School is set to breathe new life into the Menzies Creek Hall, following the news that the Menzies Creek Preschool will…
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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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Yarra Ranges Council facility closures due to extreme fire danger rating
Yarra Ranges Council is closing a number of their services due to today’s extreme weather. With today’s Extreme Fire Danger Rating, the water jets at…
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Home gardeners urged to be on alert for Queensland fruit fly
Queensland Fruit Fly (QFF) has been detected in Avonsleigh and Silvan in February, with residents urged to enact their fruit fly action plan. QFF regional…
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High fire risk across the state on Tuesday 13 February
The weather for Tuesday 13 February has prompted a call out to warn Victorians about fire risk conditions with heat, strong winds and dry thunderstorms…
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FoHH’s Amy Gregorovich nominated as finalist for Victorian Young Volunteer award
A young conservationist has been recognised for her efforts to bring a youthful influence into the Friends of the Helmeted Honeyeater (FoHH) group. FoHH Committee…
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Mite night, protecting the region’s bee population
Emerald Regional Beekeepers group are hosting a Varroa Mite information night on Tuesday 13 February. With an expert speaker, Victorian Apiarists’ Association board member Andrew…
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Workshops for future writers
A series of free workshops for autistic people will be held in Healesville. The Auti-magination: Sharing Stories of Autistic Writers in the Yarra Ranges aims…
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