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Horse rescued on Belgrave South property after fall into septic tank
Local brigades have come together to rescue a horse at risk of drowning on a Belgrave South property. Jack, a 22-year-old Gelding, fell into a…
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Landcare groups and conservationists urging Victorian Government to reconsider operation in the Dandenong Ranges National Park
Landcare groups are concerned over “unprecedented” plans to remove debris in two earmarked zones of the Dandenong Ranges National Park impacted by the June 2021…
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Ranges brigades set to receive world-class tankers
Seville, Olinda, The Basin and Gembrook CFA will all receive a new 4000-litre capacity tanker to add to their fleet, courtesy of the state government.…
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Local chemists still facing supply shortages
Local chemists are still facing ongoing supply issues after the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, amid reports of shortages in antibiotics impacting pharmacies around Australia.…
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Families adjusting to price of school costs
Financial pressure on families could be heightened this month, with new school supplies likely to burn a hole in budgets before school returns new data…
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RAT tests encouraged to prioritise high-risk patients
Australia saw an average of 8,950 daily cases of Covid- 19 in the first three days of 2023, with RAT tests being encouraged in 2023.…
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Goal motivational tips that will – and won’t – help keep your New Year’s exercise resolutions on track
For many people, the calendar flipping to January 1 brings with it fresh plans to better one’s life over the next 12 months — with…
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Victim calls for the return of sentimental items after robbery
Karen Elbourne’s family home in Ferntree Gully was robbed on Sunday 8 January, with World War II medals, jewellery handcrafted by grandparents and a necklace…
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Hopes “dashed” after road project funding cut confirmed
The hopes of thousands of residents across the Yarra Ranges and Cardinia Shire have been “dashed” by the Federal government’s decision to cut funding in…
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Showing children how to create their own bee habitat
21 young children aged three to late primary school age were able to create their own insect habitat for bees and insects alike to thrive…
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Renters flock to the Hills, tenants grab properties off market
Despite recent data reporting an increase in rental vacancy rates, real estate professionals are seeing an increase in demand for rental properties throughout the Dandenong…
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Hope for Upwey-Belgrave RSL, but volunteers still needed
The Upwey-Belgrave RSL has had an influx of support after announcing its potential closure by Anzac Day this year, providing a glimmer of hope for…