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Celebrating sustainability at Treasuring Our Trees launch
Wandin reisdent and arborist David Ferrier was dismayed when 25,000 trees fell during the June 2021 storm event. 18 months later, Mr Ferrier has worked…
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New cabinet announced in re-elected Labor government
Premier Daniel Andrews will aim to deliver on his election promises of bringing back the SEC, delivering free kinder for every child, 50 new government-owned…
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Driver awaiting court appearance after collision in Upwey
A male driver has had his licence cancelled on the spot and is facing further offences to appear at court at a later date after…
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Community has their say on design proposal for Kalorama ‘Five Ways’ revamp
Kalorama’s ‘five ways’ roundabout is set to undergo a revamp in proposed design plans from Yarra Ranges Council now open for public feedback, but some…
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Ferntree Gully CFA’s last living found member passes
80 years after the brigade was founded, the last living founding member of Ferntree Gully CFA has died, taking a wealth of knowledge with him.…
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The Basin’s AFL star set for short retirement
Former Hawthorn star and The Basin junior player Liam Shiels’ retirement didn’t last long, with AFL.com.au reporting he is set to reunite with his former…
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Dams nearing capacity, others overflowing
With heavy rain seemingly the norm at the moment, Star Mail took a look at the levels in Melbourne’s dams. Across Melbourne Water’s 10 major…
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High risk road safety period highlighted by Victoria Police
As the state enters an especially high-risk period for death and serious injury, Victoria Police has issued a critical road safety alert. Eleven lives were…
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Labor enters third term
Daniel Andrews was returned by the voting public as Premier of Victoria for a historic third term, defying predictions of a tight contest with the…
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High-risk community members can get free RATs
Free Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) are now available for priority and high-risk community members to collect at the Monbulk and Upwey Community Links. You are…
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Remember to keep an eye out for your pets in vehicles
With summer approaching and the heat rising, it is wise to remember not to leave your animal in a hot car. When left in a…
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CFA plans Emerald burn for Friday
Residents in Emerald and the surrounding area may see or smell smoke from a CFA planned burn on Friday 2 December. CFA firefighters are planning…