New Knox Library fit to rival Alexandria
Scheduled to open in March 2024, construction of the new Knox Library is making progress.
The new Library’s Key design features include:
A garden room, computer...
Over 9,000 Ford Mustangs recalled due to brake fluid light concern
Ford is recalling 9194 2019 to 2023 Ford Mustangs due to an issue with a warning light.
Due to a software issue, the brake fluid...
Funding boost aims to make finding kinder spaces easier
The Victorian Government, just before Christmas, announced an increase in funding to expand the Central Registration and Enrolment Schemes (CRES) Administrative Support Grants program...
State government pledges to eradicate invasive fire ants
Just before the New Year, the state government announced $69.7 million to help the national fight against the Red Imported Fire Ant (RIFA); one...
2023 in headlines
2023 brought with it many news stories from the Dandenong Ranges and the foothills.
The Star Mail has collated the most notable of the...
Locals urged to make the most of hard waste and bundled branches collection
By disposing of old appliances, bulky items and branches, Yarra Ranges residents are being encouraged to make the most of their annual hard waste...
Number of animal cruelty rises across Yarra Ranges
Reports of horse-related cruelty in the Yarra Ranges topped the rankings across the state last financial year, something RSPCA Victoria would like to see...
Could you be a ‘citizen scientist’?
CFA is calling on Victorians to become ‘citizen scientists’ to help contribute critical information about the state’s fire risk.
The 2023-24 fire season is expected...
A look back on The Voice referendum
The referendum for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament was a hotly debated topic locally and throughout the country in the lead-up to voting day.
Here’s...
Solar high-lights at dog park
Thanks to the installation of solar–powered lights at two of local off leash dog parks, you can now exercise your dog at off-peak times....
Police detect over 19,000 traffic offences during festive period
Over the Christmas and New Year period, Victoria Police detected more than 19,000 traffic offences during an 18-day road safety operation.
Operation Roadwise, which...
Victoria Police vows to reduce road toll this year after 296 lives lost in...
Following a horror 12 months which saw the state record its highest number of lives lost in 15 years, Victoria Police is more determined...
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More than six decades on and the Monbulk CWA continues to deliver on what has become one of the town’s most cherished Anzac traditions,...
