News
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Selby’s Elizabeth Conolly: lifelong dedication to conservation wins recognition
For over 40 years, Elizabeth Conolly has been a passionate environmental volunteer, dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of Selby and the surrounding areas in…
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Monbulk’s play falls short
Round 11 of Metro Pennant Bowls. The weather was warm, clear sky, hardly any breeze, perfect for bowling. Monbulk 1 played at home against Lilydale.…
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Training GPs on the rise in welcome sign for improved access to medical care
The number of training General Practitioners (GPs) in Victoria is on the rise in a positive sign for improving access to medical care. Data from…
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Vandal cuts line, commuters delayed
An act of vandalism to the Belgrave train line close to Upwey meant disruptions to the morning commute after a cable was cut, impacting signalling.…
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Police investigating suspicious grassfire on Clegg Road, Mt Evelyn
Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a grass fire in Mount Evelyn on 22 January. It is believed a small area grassland was…
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Lloyd’s legacy: a lifetime of service earns OAM
A proud Kallista resident, John William Lloyd was honoured with the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in recognition of his decades of service…
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Kilsyth’s Habitat leader receives OAM recognition
Kilsyth’s former Habitat for Humanity Victoria board chair, Robert McLauchlan, has been awarded the prestigious Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his exceptional…
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Who to call when noise annoys
For anyone being annoyed by noise, from industry, construction, loud entertainment venues or just noisy neighbours, EPA Victoria has the quick guide on who to…
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Yarra Valley’s artistic gem heads to The Other Art Fair
Yarra Valley-based artist Tania Chanter, often described as the ‘accidental artist’, is set to showcase her distinctive artworks at The Other Art Fair in Melbourne…
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Citizens will be celebrated
With Australia’s national day fast approaching, Yarra Ranges Council is preparing to name and award excelling community members for their achievements and contributions, while also…
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Get fired up at the Kallista CFA Open Day
Kallista-The Patch CFA is excited to invite the community to their Open Day on Saturday 1 February, from 10am to 12.30pm. The free event promises…
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Olinda Ferny Creek JFC receives two grants for safety training
Olinda Ferny Creek Junior Football Club has been successful in securing two grants from the State Government’s Sporting Club Grants Program, totalling $6000. The funding,…