Being bushfire prepared
Just like that, we are on the cusp of another bushfire season and now is the perfect time to start clearing properties of excess...
Burning off laws pose risk to climate
Burning off already comes with a number of risks and concerns but Emerald resident David Tunks, fears the new laws proposed by Cardinia Shire...
Heritage grants breathe new life into Puffing Billy
It’s full steam ahead at Puffing Billy, with the Victorian Government funding restoration works to get Locomotive A6 back on its tracks.
Planning minister...
Ice dealer faces court
A Cockatoo man has faced the County Court and plead guilty to a number of offences, after he was caught driving unlicensed, possessing and...
Everest task for mental health
On the 20th anniversary of 9/11, an Emerald firefighter will be climbing Mt Everest from his home in a bid to raise $10,000 for...
Two people die after tree falls on car
Two people have sadly died in Cockatoo this morning, 10 September, after a tree fell on their vehicle.
It is believed the pair were...
CFA captain’s painting passion
It’s never too late to try something new and for recently appointed Kallista-The Patch CFA captain Martin Noonan, that philosophy has been guiding him...
Upgrades complete for Menzies Creek Primary School
Menzies Creek students now have the facilities they need for a great start in life with the Labor government completing an upgrade at Menzies...
Accessibility made a priority for Upper Ferntree Gully Primary School
Upper Ferntree Gully Primary School will receive funding from the Accessible Buildings Program, to improve school facilities and infrastructure that supports students and...
Builder appointed for Belgrave car park
Belgrave residents will benefit from a new multi-level car park at Belgrave Station with Australian construction company ADCO appointed to undertake the works. ...
Are you really okay?
Today the community's being asked to turn to loved ones, friends, colleagues and ask an important question - R U OK?
September 9 marks R...
Greens’ Jenny Game puts hand up for Casey seat
The Victorian Greens has launched its campaign for the federal seat of Casey, with long-term Upwey resident Jenny Game running for the second time....