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Tecoma’s Meagan Volta nominated for Community Group Award for dance studio’s impact
Tecoma resident Meagan Volta has been nominated for the Community Group Award –which recognises groups that make a significant contribution to their community. Ms Volta…
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Puffing Billy Running Festival postponed to October due to weather concerns
Due to recent storm damage and ongoing safety concerns, the Puffing Billy Running Festival has been rescheduled to Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 October. Emerald…
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AV calls for meaningful conversations this R U OK? Day
Ambulance Victoria (AV) is encouraging everyone to ask, ‘are you okay?’ any day, this R U OK? Day, on Thursday 12 September. AV pastoral care…
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Spooky and sustainable: Halloween on the Green partners with B-Alternatives for eco-friendly festival
The ‘Halloween on the Green’ at Ferny Creek Reserve is back for its fifth year to give everyone ghoulish good times. Halloween on the Green…
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Tunes for Teens
On Sunday September 15, Olinda Community house will be the station for music, food and festivities. Three stages, craft and recycled clothing stalls and performances…
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Emerald Ladies Probus Club hosts its third ‘Royal’ show on September 16
The Emerald Ladies Probus Club will host its third ‘Royal’ Creative Show on Monday, September 16, at the Emerald RSL – the event will feature…
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From injury to inspiration: Kieren Devisser’s run for pancreatic cancer research captivates Australia
A former Yarra Junction resident recently ran 2000km from Melbourne to Brisbane to raise funds and support research for pancreatic cancer. Actor and executive producer…
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Puffing Billy Toy Library expands with sensory-friendly space for diverse needs
Belgrave’s beloved not-for-profit Puffing Billy Toy Library, a favourite among children, has received funding for a new project to create a sensory and disability-friendly area…
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Councils, individuals eligible to apply for disaster assistance
Storm-impacted communities like the Yarra Ranges and Cardinia will be able to access disaster assistance after a joint announcement from the Australian and Victorian Governments.…
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Terrible two days on Yarra Ranges roads
The Yarra Ranges experienced a terrible 18 hour period on the roads last week, as two men died in two separate collisions. On Wednesday evening,…
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Emergency services demand backup power to prevent telecom failures during outages
Emergency services are grappling with a major issue, power outages are causing telecom systems to fail, preventing the public from reaching out for help when…
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Casey MP Aaron Violi urged Federal Government to announce its grant winners for local sporting clubs
Federal Casey MP Aaron Violi called out the government in the House of Representatives on 19 August, highlighting their lengthy delays that have left Seville…