News
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Report to form part of kindergarten review in Knox
Knox City councillors voted on a report offering three options at a meeting on Monday 27 February, with a community panel supporting the council as…
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RACV opens survey on local roads
Dandenong Ranges residents are being asked to share how local roads can be made safer through the RACV My Melbourne Road survey. Launched on Thursday…
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Selby family say they have left their home due to Ausnet installation
A Selby family say they had to move out of their rental due to the disruption being caused by an Ausnet construction next door to…
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Disability Advisory Committee praised at council meeting
A report on the achievements of Yarra Ranges Council’s Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) received plaudits and appreciation from councillors after it was tabled at the…
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Most parents recognise importance of child play, while others think it is a ‘waste of time,’ research reveals
Most Australian parents recognise the importance of child play, while there are some who believe it’s a ‘waste of time,’ new research has revealed. The…
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Volunteers bringing Soupees to life
There are volunteers assisting Soupees founder Gavin Smith, despite Mr Smith working week in and week out. Volunteer Rhiannon Morton said she “just started turning…
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Soupees charity celebrates 14th birthday
Founder of the long running charity Soupees Gavin Smith would like to see more done to address the housing crisis and homelessness as the institution…
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Queensland fruit fly detected in Silvan
A local organisation is working to mitigate the impact of the Queensland fruit fly after seven flies were detected in Silvan in February. Regional fruit…
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Victorian Greens push to end native forest logging this year
The Victorian Greens are pushing for an end to native logging this year, seven years ahead of the Victorian Government’s 2030 goal. The party introduced…
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Liberal candidate for Aston announced
Before the Saturday 1 April by-election, Roshena Campbell has been announced as the Liberal Party candidate for Aston after the decision was taken out of…
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Butterfly haven taking flight in Monbulk
When Monbulk local Yvonne Duke moved to Australia in the 2000s, she realised education about the prolific Monarch butterfly was not nearly as extensive as…
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$250 Power Saving Bonus returns for Victorian households
Yarra Ranges locals will be able to claim another round of the $250 Power Saving Bonus in late March, even if they have previously received…












