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Discovery Dog – An Amazing Race!
We are so excited to be launching a new event on Sunday 22 September. It’s almost time to ready your pooches and get set for…
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Writing to change history
The tales of Harry “Breaker” Morant remain a controversial part of Australian war history. To this day, debate still surrounds the story of Morant and…
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Menzies Creek youngster to play futsal on world stage
What started out as a bit of fun with mates has morphed into a once in a lifetime opportunity for Menzies Creek 12-year-old Indie Bowering.…
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Plaque pays tribute to Merchant Navy
The red ensign has been raised in Upwey to honour seafarers from world wars and modern mariners who brave the waves. As a means of…
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Selby Fest makes grand return
After two cancellations in a row, Selby fest is returning. The festival was cancelled in 2017 and 2018 because of inclement weather, though this year…
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Kallista Mumpreneur secures award
A Kallista mum has taken out silver at the AusMumpreneur Awards. Eleanor Cullen from Kallista, who founded We Might Be Tiny, was named Product Design…
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The secret life of female lyrebirds
Victoria Austin wants to move female lyrebirds out of the category of ‘a reward for a male for making the sound of a shrike thrush…
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Refreshing roundabout revegetation
As the flower capital of the Yarra Ranges, it’s time that Monbulk looked the part. Monbulk and District Community Working Group (MADCOW) are working with…
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School’s big gardening grant
The Montrose Primary School has gained a major boost to its gardening program after receiving a $10,000 grant to go towards its planned Indigenous gardens.…
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Council on track to meet emission reduction target
The Yarra Ranges Council is on track to meet its carbon emissions reduction target by next year, according to a council report. The Climate Action…
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Hope for the homeless
The future is looking positive for a Yarra Ranges project providing winter housing for the homeless. Stable One partnered with churches to provide temporary accommodation…
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Sky-high fire fight
A record fleet of 50 aircraft will hit the skies to help fight fires and keep communities safe this summer season. The State Government announced…
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