Family miraculously escapes injury after tree falls through roof
A Kalorama family had a dangerously close call when a large tree fell onto their house, causing extensive damage to the home but fortunately...
A dad’s portrait of his daughter wins an Archie
When Paul Miller drew a portrait of his daughter while in lockdown, he didn’t expect to win first place in the Upwey Archies community...
Basin Community House and Tasty Az partnership recognised
Two local not-for-profit's work helping people with disability gain employment has been highlighted with a nomination at the Learn Local awards.
The Basin Community House...
Art is in the family for Upwey Archies winner
Art is in the family for nine-year-old Upwey Archies Award winner Poppy Hayler.
“Because I’m an only child I’ve been by myself a lot during...
Restaurants face closing due to lack of staff
Restaurant and cafes are facing an uncertain future as severe staff shortages could potentially lead to venues closing their doors.
Owner of The Independent Mauro...
Fuel break information session for Dandenong Ranges announced
Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMV) is running a community information session about the strengthening and expansion of strategic fuel breaks in the Dandenong Ranges.
The...
Town bathed in red for remembrance
Red poppies bathed the streets of Emerald on Thursday 11 November as Remembrance Day was commemorated by local RSL members and ex-service personnel.
RSL...
Streeton Ward by-election to be held in 2022
The Streeton Ward by-election will be held in early 2022 following the surprise resignation of Councillor Cathrine Burnett-Wake.
Yarra Ranges Council has informed the Victorian...
Yarra Ranges Council has a new mayor
The new mayor of Yarra Ranges Council will be a familiar face to local residents, with Councillor Jim Child returning as Mayor of the...
Monbulk RSL commemorates Remembrance Day
The Monbulk RSL paused to reflect and commemorate Remembrance Day in a somber ceremony at the eleventh hour today.
The service at the RSL...
Yarra Valley Water joins Race to Zero campaign
Yarra Valley Water has joined the United Nations’ Race to Zero campaign with the target to generate 100 per cent renewable energy by 2025....
Everything lost in Cockatoo house fire
A family of five is lucky to have escaped unharmed after a generator exploded at their Cockatoo property, destroying their home in the ensuing...
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Fatal fire in Emerald
Police are investigating following a fatal house fire in Emerald in the morning of Thursday 26 September.
Emergency services were called to a residential property...
