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The best of friends
Knowing each other since they were only a few years old, the friendship of Gembrook’s Norm Smith and Harold Ramage is a time capsule of…
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New exhibition puts recycling to the forefront
‘Opt In’ is a new exhibition at the Hills Hub Emerald which has local artists putting a spotlight on recycling. Participating artists created art using…
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Quarry Lake remains ‘no swim’
Ferntree Gully Quarry Reserve Lake has had ongoing water fluctuations since last year, with recent weekly testing showing water to still be unsafe for swimming…
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Lightning strikes 3MDR
In an uncommon but not unlikely incident, a Yarra Ranges community broadcaster had to act quickly after a lightning strike hit its antenna causing momentary…
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Emerald woman thanks her ‘good vibes’ for leading her to a glorious $100,000 Instant Scratch-Its win
An Emerald woman is convinced that her ‘good vibes’ have flowed back to her, leading her to a glorious Instant Scratch-Its top prize worth $100,000.…
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Emerald Pharmacy employee awarded
An Emerald Village Pharmacy employee has been recognised for her dedication to supporting and engaging with customers, receiving an award from Independent Pharmacies Australia (IPA).…
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Dot and Doug go on grand adventure
Love in the rolling hills abounded for a couple of patrons from Lifeview Emerald who were surprised with a rickshaw ride through town last week.…
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Fernlea set to be next
With its new location yet to be announced, 11 February saw confirmation of Fernlea Community Care as the new community hub house provider for Emerald…
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Kids crafty toys nailed it at Knox Festival’s Kidz Korner
The Knox and District Woodworkers’ Club is offering young children a chance to try their hand at woodworking through its popular Kidz Korner initiative at…
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Wildlife Victoria under fire
Animal rescue groups and the chief animal rescue authority in Victoria are at odds, with delays blowing out and leaving injured animals without quick and…
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Garden group seeks new home
A community gardens cohort has appealed to its wider community in Cockatoo to help them relocate their cherished gardening space. The Hills Community Gardens group…
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Neeson good for the biz
It doesn’t matter who you are but you may have smiled to learn that international superstar Liam Neeson has landed in Victoria again. Bringing skills…