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Safety fears at school
There are renewed calls for electronic speed signs on Kallista-Emerald Road outside Kallista Primary School, with fears for student safety. Concerned parent Jason Fox launched…
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Yarra Ranges Council facility closures due to extreme fire danger rating
Yarra Ranges Council is closing a number of their services due to today’s extreme weather. With today’s Extreme Fire Danger Rating, the water jets at…
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Home gardeners urged to be on alert for Queensland fruit fly
Queensland Fruit Fly (QFF) has been detected in Avonsleigh and Silvan in February, with residents urged to enact their fruit fly action plan. QFF regional…
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High fire risk across the state on Tuesday 13 February
The weather for Tuesday 13 February has prompted a call out to warn Victorians about fire risk conditions with heat, strong winds and dry thunderstorms…
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FoHH’s Amy Gregorovich nominated as finalist for Victorian Young Volunteer award
A young conservationist has been recognised for her efforts to bring a youthful influence into the Friends of the Helmeted Honeyeater (FoHH) group. FoHH Committee…
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Mite night, protecting the region’s bee population
Emerald Regional Beekeepers group are hosting a Varroa Mite information night on Tuesday 13 February. With an expert speaker, Victorian Apiarists’ Association board member Andrew…
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Workshops for future writers
A series of free workshops for autistic people will be held in Healesville. The Auti-magination: Sharing Stories of Autistic Writers in the Yarra Ranges aims…
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Breaking down barriers to childhood dental care
Many kids dread a visit to the dentist and oral health and hygiene can often be neglected when kids express their distaste for dentistry. Inspiro…
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Parents Hub welcomes supported playgroups
It can be complex enough for parents navigating the early childhood section without adding a requirement for additional needs or support. Mooroolbark’s Parents Hub is…
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Tax cuts set to benefit La Trobe residents
The electorate of La Trobe is set to benefit the most from the Labor Government’s amendments to the stage 3 tax cuts in Victoria, according…
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One million ribbits and going strong
Croaks, ribbits and more have contributed towards an amphibious undertaking recently as an Australian citizen science project reaches a new record. FrogID, the Australian Museum’s…
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No change in interest rates as price pressures ebb
Mortgage holders have been granted another month of interest rate relief after the Reserve Bank of Australia left monetary policy unchanged, as expected. The Reserve…
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