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RSPCA course supporting responsibility in new and future horse owners
RSPCA Victoria is inviting new and future horse owners to attend a new course in February to promote excellent horse care and responsible ownership. Many…
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2022 sees the return of major events in the Hills
People were able to enjoy major events in the Dandenong Ranges once again in 2022 after two years of cancellations and disruptions. Here are some…
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Interest rates “holding [people] back” despite house prices decreasing
With house prices seeing a record decline around the country, Mooroolbark real estate agents are seeing similar trends occur on their doorstep as interest rates…
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Save fireys time by clearing entry to your property
Local fire brigades are urging residents to help keep their properties as accessible as possible as summer brings with it the risk of fire. The…
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Three car accidents in nine months lead to calls for added safety precautions on Belgrave-Hallam Road
A Dandenong Ranges resident is calling for action after three car accidents in the span of nine months have resulted in near collisions at her…
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Casey MP Aaron Violi reflects on 2022 after seven months in parliament
Casey MP Aaron Violi was elected to federal parliament in May 2022; and reflected on the challenges and successes of the year in a conversation…
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Australia Day events in Cardinia Shire
A number of events are being held across Cardinia Shire for the community to enjoy this Australia Day, Thursday 26 January. As in recent years,…
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More than 150 amputation claims accepted by WorkSafe in 2022
In 2022 WorkSafe accepted 137 claims for workplace amputation injuries, with more than 150 body parts amputated, including at least 127 fingers or thumbs. Digits…
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From connecting others to advocating for the Hills: MotHs founder Belinda Young reflects on the year that has been
From the one year anniversary of the June 2021 storm event to reaching the milestone of six months out of lockdown; it has been a…
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From growing up in the Dandenongs to preparing to tackle Mount Everest: Jen Willis’ story
The Dandenong Ranges National Park formed the setting of Jen Willis’ first experiences with nature. Born in Upper Ferntree Gully and attending high school in…
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Family and domestic violence services on standby over Christmas and New Year break
Domestic and family violence services are on standby over the Christmas and New Year break, after Victoria Police attended 8,388 family incidences in December 2021…
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Protecting your pets from ticks
Pet owners are being urged by the RSPCA to protect their animals from tick bites, particularly as supplies of tick bite serum run low across…