Tag: News
Discover Olinda’s hidden treasures: Gaythorpe and Eungella Gardens
In the scenic hills of Olinda, two unique gardens are capturing the hearts of locals and visitors alike.
Gaythorpe Garden, a stunning one-hectare space...
Round two of Greens Links grant program open
The Victorian Government is enhancing Victoria’s local waterways with projects that protect the environment and create more green open spaces for the community to...
You’ve got to be echidna-ing me!
Ferntree Gully resident Jim Woolcock spotted an echidna stuck under the footpath outside a chemist on Station Street on Tuesday afternoon, October 22 -...
Creativity takes global stage
Olinda’s assemblage sculptor, David Cox, embarked on an exciting journey to the United States to create a one-of-a-kind sculpture.
Mr Cox has made a name...
1st Belgrave Scouts celebrate 100
The 1st Belgrave Scouts are having a reunion 100 years in the making, inviting communities near and far to visit and reminisce about their...
‘Celebrating Monbulk’ through a vibrant and artistic style
The art event in Monbulk started just a few months ago to celebrate the local community and on Saturday 25 October, a big gathering...
Historic race draws in thousands
The sounds of puffing runners mixed with the unmistakable sound of Puffing Billy over the weekend, as the 2024 Puffing Billy Running Festival welcoming...
RACV urge fire preparations to be done by Saturday 2 November
RACV is urging Victorians to have summer preparations complete by the first Saturday in November (the 2nd) following a predicted increase of bushfire risk...
Ausnet installs quick generator points in Emerald and Cockatoo
AusNet has installed two new quick generator connection points in Emerald and Cockatoo to improve preparedness for future severe weather events.
AusNet's Executive General Manager...
Children’s Week kicked off with various activities statewide
The State Government helped local communities celebrate Children’s Week with hundreds of fun and educational activities and events across Victoria.
Children Minister Lizzie Blandthorn visited...
Upwey and forward together through art
The Upwey Community Group (UCG) has unveiled six vibrant new murals, by two talented artists, on the side of the Pearl Garden Chinese restaurant...
Emerald community celebrates excellence at 2024 Citizen of the Year Awards
The Emerald Village Association Inc. (EVA) hosted its annual 2024 Emerald Citizen of the Year Awards Night on Wednesday 23 October at the Hills...