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House fire claims a life in Emerald
Police are investigating following a fatal house fire in Emerald this morning. Emergency services were called to a residential property on Kilvington Drive about 2.40am…
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New village group in Ferntree Gully forms up for the area’s future
An inspired group has taken the word ‘community’ to heart and recently formed a township group for the Ferntree Gully Village area. Ferntree Gully has…
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Forum for safer road across Yarra Ranges
On Monday 16 September, Yarra Valley Racing was crowded with people who were concerned about the road safety across the Yarra Ranges. As Yarra Ranges…
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Yarra Ranges’ ballot drawn, council elections soon to be underway
The ballot has been drawn for the Yarra Ranges’ upcoming council elections, with changes potentially afoot with a number of new candidates vying for positions.…
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News never more vital
On this World News Day, we are reminded of the invaluable role journalism plays in safeguarding our democracy, especially in regional and local towns across…
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800 meal nights for Foothills Community Care
Since 2007 the Foothills Community Care organisation has provided the community with free meals and opportunities to connect and socialise. As of Wednesday 25 September,…
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Introducing Twilight Trains on Thursdays at Puffing Billy Railway
Puffing Billy Railway is thrilled to unveil a new timetable packed with plenty more adventure, running from 23 December 2024 to 26 June 2025 and…
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NAB unveils disaster relief grants for severe storms victims
NAB launches relief measures for customers affected by major storms in Victoria which commenced 25 August 2024. Disaster Relief Grants of $1000 are being made…
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Young Hawks shine in grand final showdown
Under 15s do Monbulk proud It was Grand Final day for the Premier Division of Outer East on Saturday at Officer, which included the Under…
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Emerald Primary School hit by alleged firebugs
Emerald Primary School has escaped serious damage after a fire was allegedly lit on-site by a group of unknown youths last weekend. On Saturday 14…
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Olinda Toy Library expands offerings with new funding support
Olinda’s hidden gem, the Mountain Top Toy Library, recently celebrated the purchase of new toys with $1000 grant funding from the Department of Education and…
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Running up that Hill
Sounds of laughter, giggles and the thud of runners on gravel cut through the air in Birdsland Reserve in Belgrave Heights on Sunday 22 September…