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Community-funded sandpit opens at Gembrook Preschool
Gembrook Preschool celebrated a milestone on Tuesday afternoon, 3 June, with the official opening of Stage One of its outdoor learning area redevelopment, a brand-new…
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Police urge snow travellers to plan ahead as Alpine season begins
Police are looking forward to this year’s snow season and are issuing a reminder to the community about the importance of planning ahead to ensure…
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Help end wildlife roadstrike
Wildlife rescuers are calling upon councils, alongside local MPs, in proposing to implement the following actions to the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), as…
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Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed as Chief Opposition Whip
Casey MP Aaron Violi has picked up a new role in the Opposition following the federal election. Mr Violi has been appointed the Chief Opposition…
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Annual Yarra Ranges Tourism Summit held after a ‘tough year’ for the industry
The Yarra Ranges’ diverse tourism industry came together on Wednesday 4 June for the annual Yarra Ranges Tourism Summit. Despite a ‘tough year’ for the…
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Frozen cream rolls recalled in Victoria
Chinar Bakers Pty Ltd are conducting a recall of its Frozen Cream Bun 250g and Frozen Eggless Cream Roll 250g products. This is due to…
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Call for local clubs to tackle road safety
The government is calling on grassroots football and netball clubs to promote road safety in their communities for a share of $700,000 thanks to the…
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Low-paid workers receive ‘catch-up’ real wage boost
Minimum wage earners will take home an extra $32 a week in pay after the industrial umpire handed nearly three million low-paid workers a wage…
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Campfire safety urged this long weekend
As Victorians head outdoors to enjoy the King’s Birthday long weekend, fire and land authorities are reminding campers and visitors to forests and parks to…
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Dr Karl drops in – virtually!
The kids at Birmingham Primary school got a visit from the famous Dr Karl last week with an inspiring zoom chat which covered everything from…
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Community films tackle storm prep
A township group has jumped at the opportunity to create a series of fun and engaging community education films to help people tackle weather events…
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Multiple motorists caught by Highway Patrol
Motorists are reminded that speeding can have significant consequences after multiple motorists were caught speeding on Friday 30 May. A 21-year-old male driver was detected…