News
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Funding supports Ferntree Gully men’s shed
Mountain District Learning Centre in Ferntree Gully is among 31 recipients that will receive $38,606 to support roof replacement and accessibility upgrades for its men’s…
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Ambitious Christmas hamper appeal launched by Holy Fools
It’s a tradition that grows every year, as Holy Fools aims to help and support more people during the Christmas period. This year is no…
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Landslip forecast to be fixed by Christmas
September has seen a change in plans that will see the so far lengthy repair of a local landslip switch from a drilling method to…
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Local heroes lauded
The 2025 Local Heroes for Westfield Knox have been announced, and three lucky locals have been selected for the annual grant program. Boronia Rotarian Ray…
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Our own successful lit fest
There is an inside joke among local residents that Belgrave is the ‘cultural centre of the universe’. It certainly felt that way over the weekend…
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Stronger penalties for wildlife crime welcomed
Despite criticism of the State Government’s approach to the Wildlife Act Review, wildlife organisations and advocacy bodies were encouraged by stronger penalties and rescuer support.…
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Wildlife organisations say State Government missed the mark on Act reforms
It’s been five years since the State Government announced the first-ever review of the Wildlife Act 1975. Just this week, the environment minister released his…
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Decision makers call for community health funds
Better funding support for community health services in the Yarra Ranges was the topic of discussion at an engaging meeting between Access Health and Community…
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Former pastor sentenced for child abuse
A former pastor Michael Peele has been jailed for six months, with another two-and-a-half years suspended, for sexually abusing three young girls in the 1990s.…
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Take charge of your energy future with the Hills Home Battery Forum
With power outages and rising energy costs becoming an increasing concern for residents in the Dandenong Ranges, a community event aims to provide answers. The…
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Worksafe urge worksites to prepare for risk of destructive winds
WorkSafe is urging Victorians to secure worksites and re-consider outdoor work as potentially destructive winds hit the state today. WorkSafe Chief Health and Safety Officer…
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Townships to the rescue
“Meet in Montrose at midday.” The slogan was developed by the Montrose Township Group after the 2021 storms to ensure that locals know where to…












