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Ferntree Gully man left with serious injuries after crash in Knoxfield
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for witnesses after a motorbike rider came off his motorbike in Knoxfield on Thursday 14 December. Emergency services…
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Long-time volunteer hungs up his boots
Long-time volunteer at the Monbulk Care Network, Andrew Whiteley, is hanging up his boots after 25 years of service to the community. Andrew, 86, was…
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Is your Christmas list sustainable?
From gift wrapping to excessive consumption, decorations and food – the holidays can be packed with waste. A sustainable consumerism expert provides their top tips…
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South East airport back on the runway
The time has finally come for a long-awaited international airport in the region, a South East advocacy group says. Greater South East Melbourne (GSEM) argues…
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Thunderstorm asthma warning issued
A thunderstorm asthma warning has been issued due to a high risk forecast in the Central district for Wednesday 13 December. The combination of high…
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Cars line Gembrook’s main street
Gembrook’s automotive enthusiasts braved the cold and rainy weather as part of the monthly Gembrook Coffee and Cars event. Event co-ordinator Rachael Woodham said there…
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Sports stars of the future nurtured with grants
The state government is helping more kids get active and fostering the talents of Victoria’s future sports stars through Active Schools Grants. Minister for Education…
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Hills school graduates receive special pens as parting gift
Sixth graders at primary schools across the Hills were given a special graduation present as Monbulk MP Daniella De Martino and not-for-profit Treasuring Our Trees…
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Sassafrass Hall open for consult
Community gathering spaces occupy a beating heart in the hills and remain a treasured way to plan vital resources and recreation in the coming year.…
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Call to replant historic oak trees in Kallista
Petitioners are calling on Yarra Ranges Council to protect the streetscape of Kallista after historic oak trees were reportedly cut down. Several oak trees on…
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Monbulk ‘hero’ returns home
Monbulk’s local hero – professor Arnold Dix – has returned to his home town of Monbulk after rescuing 41 workers from a tunnel in India…
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Locals ‘less than happy’ with big bank closure in Emerald
Locals are seeing red after National Australia Bank’s (NAB) announcement it would be shutting up shop in Emerald in March 2024. Menzies Creek local Karin…