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More time behind bars for Healesville local
A Healesville local has received an extended prison sentence after deceptive behaviour at the Victorian County Court. Monica Kallelea was sentenced by County Court judge…
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Community bowls club left ‘devastated’ after vicious email scam
The Upwey-Tecoma Bowls Club has fallen victim to a vicious scam, costing them more than $100,000 in the process of rebuilding their facilities lost to…
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Calls for government action after ‘heartbreaking’ wildlife fatalities on Wellington Road
WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT AND IMAGES ARE FEATURED IN THIS ARTICLE A local wildlife rescuer is calling for more community and government body awareness after recent…
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Upwey marriage celebrant says joining people in marriage is a ‘privilege’
Celebrating love and commitment between a couple, friends and family can provide an un-matched feeling of happiness. For 50 years, there are several members of…
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EV charging stations installed around Knox
Bayswater train station, and other locations around Knox, are now home to new Electric Vehicle (EV) fast charging stations. Knox Mayor, Councillor Marcia Timmers-Leitch said…
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‘Tragic accident:’ Coroners Court hands down finding on Tecoma man’s 2020 death
The Coroners Court of Victoria has described the death of a man at a reserve in Belgrave nearly three years ago as a “tragic accident,”…
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‘Fruitful’ community project launched at Olinda Primary School
Olinda Primary School students will soon be able to utilise fresh fruit and vegetables grown out of new garden beds created out of hardwood salvaged…
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Helping small businesses reduce noise pollution
The Environment Protection Authority Victoria has recently published a series of handy guidance for small business about complying with noise laws and it’s all about…
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Drivers now facing $500 fine for using mobile phones while driving
New high-tech detection cameras have been spotted along major routes by residents in Silvan, Coldstream and Dixon’s Creek, with Yarra Ranges residents now liable for…
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A guide to registering for and attending Yarra Ranges Council meetings in person
Having not registered to attend Yarra Ranges Council’s first meeting with a reopened public gallery on Tuesday 11 July, a small group of people were…
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All bar two eastern library branches closed on Wednesday 19 July
All Eastern Regional Libraries will be closed on Wednesday 19 July, with the exception of Healesville and the Realm Library in Ringwood, due to an…
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Full-time firefighter roles available in Olinda, Knoxfield and Powelltown
Project firefighters who are keen to join the Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMV) team have the chance to take up a new position, with the…