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Fire, theft and family violence in the Yarra Ranges
Arson, theft and robberies topped the list of crimes in the Yarra Ranges for 2024 and recorded crime offences are down slightly as the latest…
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Students in motion for wheelchair support
Budding Rotarians have not been spinning their wheels this year, with the Rotary Club of Emerald and District EarlyAct Club launching its first event earlier…
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Independent Jeffrey Marriott commits for a balanced governance
The ballot for the Yarra Ranges council elections has now officially been closed, with many new candidates eager to shape local governance. This year, more…
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Sigrid Petersen’s Journey from photography to politics
The Yarra Ranges council elections are gearing up for a significant change, with a marked increase in candidates this year – with the Victorian Electoral…
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Tragedy strikes the Hills with two houses in ablaze
It was a devastating 24-hour period in the Hills, marked by two house fires—one tragically claiming a life and the other completely destroying a family…
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Scholarships to support a strong mental health workforce
The State Government is ramping up efforts to strengthen the mental health workforce, announcing nearly 300 scholarships and grants aimed at helping professionals upskill and…
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Family Lawyer wins best child custody and support practice
A family law firm has received accolades for it’s practice based in several offices in Melbourne, including Boronia for 2024. The Family Lawyer, led by…
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Introducing a Healesville Sanctuary keeper
Prior to International Zookeeper Day, a zookeeper from a local zoo wishes to share her journey with the local community. International Zookeeper Day has been…
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RBA sees lower inflation, but not enough to cut rates
A predicted fall in inflation will come a day too late for the Reserve Bank of Australia’s September interest rate decision but could give more…
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Astonishing facts found in new stroke report
According to a new report conducted by the Stroke Foundation, the number of Australians experiencing strokes over the past year is the highest it has…
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Knox City Council lies in wait for its new set of Councillors
A solid list of new contenders are running for positions in the upcoming Knox Council elections. With electoral roles well and truly closed as of…
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David Eastham elects not to run again for Chandler Ward Councillor
Former Chandler Ward Councillor David Eastham has chosen not to nominate for another term as a councillor, stepping aside after one term. Mr Eastham was…