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Residents calling on Puffing Billy Railway to rebuild the Cockatoo Railway Station
Cockatoo residents are calling for Puffing Billy Railway to act on plans to upgrade the Cockatoo Railway Station, after a lengthy delay in planned reconstruction.…
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New grants helping pave the path for athletes
Acting Minister for Community Sport Shaun Leane announced applications are now open for the latest round of the Labor Government’s Athlete Pathway Travel Grants program.…
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Natural Disaster Recovery Consultant helping in Dandenong Ranges storm recovery
Natural Disaster Recovery Consultant David Younger visited Olinda Community House on Friday 8 July to assist with recovery just over one year on from 2021’s…
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Pandemic declaration extended
Premier Daniel Andrews has made the decision to extend the pandemic declaration as part of the continued response to the coronavirus pandemic. The pandemic declaration…
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Bloods brilliant in milestone match
An important weekend for the Olinda senior men group saw two well-respected cult heroes of the club each celebrate their 150th career game against Pakenham…
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Knox Council welcomes commitments for tram route 75 extension study
The route-75 tram could very well extend into Knox in the near future, with Knox City Council welcoming the Liberal Victorian opposition’s announcement of a…
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Ensuring we stay safe and warm this winter
Victorians have been resorting to cheaper alternatives to stay warm this winter as energy prices continue to rise,I and the Victorian Government want to ensure…
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RAT’s to continue being provided to schools
Up to 46.4 million RATs will be provided over terms three and four to schools and early childhood services, ensuring the continuation of face-to-face learning…
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Local volunteers honored in Knox Victoria Day awards
Volunteers from around Ferntree Gully were once again rewarded for their efforts at the Knox Community Victoria Day Awards. On 1 July every year, Ferntree…
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RSPCA Op Shop calls for locals to clean out their wardrobes this winter
The RSPCA Op Shop in Ferntree Gully is calling on local residents to clean out their wardrobes and garages this winter to help animals in…
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Greater Glider reclassified as endangered
The beloved native Greater Glider has been moved from vulnerable to endangered status according to the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999, effective from…
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Bookable hard waste service feedback sought in Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking community feedback on its bookable hard waste service to determine current service awareness and satisfaction levels. On 1 July 2020…