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Social media age cap discussion
Discussion surrounding a new age cap for social media has erupted since the Albanese Government’s announcement on Tuesday 10 September. The proposed legislation is scheduled…
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Finding purpose, providing home and hope: 30 years of foster caring
Three decades and countless hours of support, guidance and family has been at the centre of a Mount Evelyn couple’s desire to give as many…
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Boronia’s aspiring astronaut returns from groundbreaking microgravity research in Ottawa
Boronia’s aspiring astronaut, Celene Meraz Benavente, has returned from an extraordinary week in Ottawa Canada, where she engaged in cutting-edge research and training in parabolic…
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Bright future ahead for Ferntree Gully Firefighter
Initially starting as “I’ll give it a go”, volunteering with Ferntree Gully Fire Brigade is now a key part of Jasmin Chia’s life. After moving…
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Stormwater plan gets green light as blueprint for flood mitigation
After a two week deferral, Yarra Ranges Council adopted its Stormwater Policy and Stormwater Management Plan despite renewed calls for improvements from the community. Speaking…
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Yarra Valley Water customer service staff shine bright at the Auscontact awards
Yarra Valley Water’s customer service trainer Elisha Brayshaw has won the Training Professional of Year (VIC/TAS) at the 2024 Auscontact Awards. Run by the Australian…
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Selby Community House and Tribe-Monbulk unite to offer non-judgmental spaces for youth
The Selby Community House, in partnership with Tribe-Monbulk Youth Inc. held a special event to celebrate the opening of the FAFO Art Exhibition on Friday…
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Wattle View Primary School champions R U OK? Day with themed activities to promote mental health
On R U OK? Day, schools across the country came together to emphasise the importance of mental health and encourage meaningful conversations that can make…
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John’s resilient fight against blood cancer
Emerald resident John received a call from his doctor nearly two years ago urging him to come in for immediate testing, as his previous results…
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Sassafras car crash leaves young man airlifted to hospital with serious injuries
A 26-year-old Olinda man was airlifted to the hospital after being trapped in his overturned car overnight following a harrowing plunge off a cliff in…
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Vets welcome recommendations but call for immediate action
The final report of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide was handed down on Monday 9 September – a pivotal moment addressing the…
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End of an Era: Mangana Olinda shuts down after four decades of cherished service
Olinda’s cherished Mangana has closed its doors permanently, ending a beloved chapter after more than forty years of serving the community. Founded in Olinda in…
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