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Keep heating appliances in check

With winter settling in, CFA is urging people to be aware of the increased risk of house fires. Deputy chief officer Trevor Owen said winter...

Grants for Children’s Week celebrations

Non-for-profit organisations and councils are being encouraged to apply for grants that will help celebrate this year’s Children’s Week. Children’s Week will be held from...

Lilydale station car park concern

Pressure is mounting on the State Government to create additional car parking at Lilydale Train Station, as part of the Level Crossing Removal Project. The...

Reverend receives top honour

A lifetime of dedication to the Anglican Church of Australia and the Dandenong Ranges has earned Reverend Dr Peter Crawford one of the country’s...

Big strides for breast cancer awareness

A Ferntree Gully family has a big month ahead as it looks to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer. George Dyer along with his...

Be fire safe this long weekend

CFA and The Alfred are urging Victorians to be fire safe and reduce burn-related injuries across the state this long weekend. CFA Chief Officer Steve...

Photo competition captures Covid-life

Selby Community House is encouraging community members to send in photos that reflect everyday life during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Community House’s Community Photography Competition...

The Scouting effect

Research has found that young people involved in Scouts are better equipped to deal with crisis situations, such as Covid-19. A survey by Resilient Youth...

Truck rollover

The Melba Highway, Yarra Glen is closed to traffic in both directions between Healesville-Yarra Glen Road and MacIntyre Lane following a truck rollover. Motorists are...

Solar stories to power understanding

Yarra Ranges residents who have solar systems installed on their homes are being encouraged to contribute to a new information sharing initiative. The Dandenong Ranges...

Remains at 1000 Steps not treated as suspicious

Police will prepare a report for the Coroner following the discovery of human remains at the 1000 Steps in Tremont this morning (4 June). Emergency...

New location proposed for Upwey Men’s Shed

The decision on the proposed location for an Upwey Men’s Shed has been deferred, as Yarra Ranges Council looks to investigate another proposed site...

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Boronia’s aspiring astronaut returns from groundbreaking microgravity research in Ottawa

Boronia’s aspiring astronaut, Celene Meraz Benavente, has returned from an extraordinary week in Ottawa Canada, where she engaged in cutting-edge research and training in...