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Total fire ban followed by storm warnings for Thursday 22 February
Residents across the east are being asked to brace yet again for both storm and fire risk with winds up to 80km per hour expected…
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Donors roll up their sleeves
Community members still rolled up their sleeves despite a chaotic week to donate blood for Lifeblood at the pop-up clinic in Upwey over the 12…
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Police appeal to public to find man
Community of the outer east of Melbourne have been asked for help regarding a man with multiple warrants out against his name. Police are appealing…
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Telcos called on to do better as disconnection frustration spreads across eastern suburbs
Frustration is a word that has been used multiple times by residents across the outer east to describe the lack of connection they experienced in…
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Premier visits Emerald SES
Victoria State Premier Jacinta Allan made a stop at Emerald to be on the ground in one of the worst affected areas in last week’s…
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Telco frustration builds
Frustration is a word that has been used multiple times by residents across the outer east to describe the lack of connection they experienced in…
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Premier confirms relief for those worst affected
As towns from Upper Beaconsfield to Gembrook sat without power for several days, many even cut off without cellular reception, Premier Jacinta Allan has confirmed…
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Experts to review Vic storms blackout to avoid repeat
Experts will review the lead up to and fallout from the destructive storm event that crippled Victoria’s electricity transmission network. Victorian Energy Minister Lily D’Ambrosio…
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Community information session for storm-affected residents
A community information session for storm-affected residents will be held on Tuesday 20 February from 6-7pm. Residents can join the session online or attend the…
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Teens charged for robbery, kidnapping
A Croydon teen was among five arrested following a kidnapping and series of robberies and shop thefts across Ashwood, Olinda, Ivanhoe, Richmond, Blackburn, and Springvale.…
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Rare plants a treasure
Green thumbs can look forward to the 18th Annual Plant Collector’s Expo hosted by the Ferny Creek Horticultural Society over the weekend of March 9…
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Splish, splash: Emus cool down with a bath
Rising temperatures signal bathtime for Healesville Sanctuary’s three emus with the pond in their habitat serving as a bath for the giant birds. Healesville Sanctuary…