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More time to get pools registered
The deadline for mandatory registration of privately-owned pools and spas has been extended by five months due to the impacts of coronavirus. Owners now have…
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Normality returns to supermarkets
The end to altered supermarket shopping conditions due to Covid-19 is in sight, with Coles announcing the end to product restrictions this week. From tomorrow…
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School funds don’t sit well with Battin
Last week’s $1.18 billion education infrastructure announcement is proven as more spin by the State Government, according to Gembrook MP Brad Battin. Mr Battin said…
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Small gestures go a long way during isolation
Emerald Rotary has been working to “lift the spirits” of elderly residents during this period of isolation, by providing gifts. The rotary club recently organised…
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Providing hope in the hills
Elisabeth Douma has volunteered her mornings every Friday for the past seven years at Hope in the hills Christian Church. The church, based in Tecoma,…
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Recognising local volunteer firefighters
Ferntree Gully firefighter Byron Rutgers was one of almost 55,000 CFA volunteers celebrated throughout last week’s National Volunteer Week. Mr Rutgers has been a member…
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Peter’s biggest challenge becomes his greatest strength
Before beginning as a volunteer at the Dandenong Ranges Emergency Relief Service (DRERS), Peter Pieklo struggled with socialising. After Peter was diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum…
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Cockatoo to Canberra for a cure
Emma Mickle was hiking in New Zealand in January when a large tree branch fell on top of her, breaking 20 of her bones. The…
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Staying clean and green
My Green Home and Garden Cardinia Shire Council’s new My Green Home and Garden project is Connecting Cardinia and helping residents learn more about disposing…
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Making the most of lockdown
Being out of work due to Covid-19 has allowed Helen Zee to start something that’s been on her mind for the past decade – building…
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Major upgrades on the way for special education
Yarra Ranges Special Developmental School will share in the State Government’s recent education infrastructure cash splash. The Mount Evelyn-based school is set to receive $10…
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Home stretch for college works
Over $8 million in funding is set to go towards further infrastructure upgrades at Monbulk College. Education Minister and Monbulk MP James Merlino announced on…
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