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Tiny house eviction highlights policy gaps
What began as a hopeful plea to the Yarra Ranges Council for flexible housing options has ended in disappointment for the Belgrave South tiny house…
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Transformation of campaigning, shift from major parties a sign of demographic change
The influence of younger voters at this election may not only be seen at the ballot box but has already shifted the way campaigns are…
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Emerald commemorates the 110th anniversary of Anzac Day
Under the still darkness of the early morning, hundreds of locals gathered for the Anzac Day Dawn Service at Emerald RSL. The Puffing Billy’s mournful…
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Sealing on the agenda
PRECEDE This past Easter weekend saw the Dandenong Ranges packed full with traffic. As a longtime tourist destination and an ever-growing area for people seeking…
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Little legs, big hearts: Emerald Rotary Club and Puffing Billy raise $41K for kids
The Emerald and District Rotary Club teamed up with Belgrave’s Puffing Billy Railway to raise a whopping $41,000 for Monash Children’s Hospital, all thanks to…
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Extra services and free travel for Anzac Day
In a show of support for veterans, war widows, and the broader community, the State Government is delivering extra public transport services and free travel…
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‘Wet and stormy’ weather predicted for Anzac Day
It’s going to be a cool and wet Anzac Day in the Yarra Ranges, the weather reflecting the sombre and solemn mood of the day.…
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Urgent search for missing 14-year-old Ami
A 14-year-old girl, Ami, has gone missing, with the last sighting reported near Lilydale Railway Station yesterday, 23 April. Police and her family are growing…
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Nominations open for 2025 Fred Hollows Awards
Do you know someone who always puts others first, goes above and beyond, and never asks for anything in return? Now’s the perfect time to…
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‘Pop up’ food relief eases strain over the school holidays
Special ‘Pop-up’ food events are helping people across Eastern Melbourne, boosting regular food relief efforts, diverting food waste and connecting people this school holidays. Food…
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Local Vietnam War veteran shares his story
Lilydale RSL president Bill Dobson shared his experience of the Vietnam War prior to the 2025 Anzac Day. 2025 marks special milestones of war history,…
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Emerald musician’s song sheds light on the dark side of war
An Emerald musician has released a poignant new song ahead of Anzac Day, offering a heartfelt tribute to veterans, reflecting on the enduring scars of…