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Local footy fan reunites with heroes who saved his life
A Wantirna father is lucky to be alive after suffering a cardiac arrest while attending his son’s football training at Donvale Football Club. Fifty-three-year-old Paul…
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Veteran claims to be made easier with law changes
Military veterans will have fewer hoops to jump through to receive compensation for their years of service, as ex-serving personnel cautiously welcomed the planned changes.…
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FOGO review: Environmental outcomes positive but advocacy still needed
With six months passing since the introduction of food organics and garden organics (FOGO) bins in the Yarra Ranges, a mid-year review proved its effectiveness…
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Yarra Ranges Council continues to support calls for short-term rental regulation
Yarra Ranges Council has issued a statement on the management of short-term rental accommodation (STRA) and the impact it has on the region. Yarra Ranges…
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Multiple collisions in Monbulk, two cars towed away, one fled the scene
Wet weather caused several collisions on Tuesday along Monbulk Road. Residents in The Patch notified Star Mail regarding yet another collision on Monbulk Road, The…
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Volunteer astronomers capture fireball
A clear image of a fireball was captured on camera by volunteers at Mount Burnett Observatory (MBO) recently as several of the meteors made their…
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Selby residents thankful for a cold summer after powerline faults revealed
A Hills resident is fuming at Australian energy provider AusNet for the installation of an uninsulated, high-voltage powerline in Selby Bushland Reserve. The area of…
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Decade-long study shows high rates of risky drinking behaviours in men
A new report by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS), called ‘Ten to Men’ has found that almost half of young adult men (aged…
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Belgrave CFA and Library team up
Fire safety and fun were on show on Saturday as the CFA visited the Belgrave Library. On Saturday 6 July, the Belgrave Library hosted a…
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Upwey parents running for Leukaemia
The aspiring to inspire Upwey parents ran the Gold Coast Marathon virtually on Sunday 7 July to raise funds for Leukaemia Foundation. While David Leslie…
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St Joseph’s College receives recognition in the Victorian Training Awards
Ferntree Gully’s St Joseph’s College has been nominated for the 2024 Victorian Training Awards finalists in the category of ‘Small Training Provider of the Year…
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Which fees and charges rose the most for Yarra Ranges residents
With Yarra Ranges Council’s 2024-2025 Budget having been adopted, the latest set of rate rises are set to take effect. Yarra Ranges residents are set…
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