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Break-ins rock Colby Drive
A Belgrave South woman barricaded herself inside her bedroom as thieves tried to force their way in. The 74-year-old lives on-site at Chris Monaghan’s Colby…
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Kinder for life
Three of Tecoma Preschool’s four staff members sent their own children to the friendly kinder. They reflected on what makes the centre so special in…
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The Waifs on the road
The Waifs’ Josh Cunningham is promising “lots of audience interaction” when the band plays in Upwey. The folk rock trio will bring their 25th anniversary…
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Bev’s garden bursting with life
Over the past 15 years, Bev Fox has transformed a traditional suburban lawn and flower garden into a gentle garden featuring a tapestry of Australian…
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Brace yourself: magpie swooping season is here
Don’t be alarmed, but magpie swooping season has officially started. The black and white winged avians have already claimed one victim – Mount Evelyn woman…
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Marcia Hines brings Boogie Fever to Burrinja
Marcia Hines is bringing a night of Boogie Fever to Burrinja Theatre in Upwey on Friday 21 September. “It’s me and three other guys on…
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Liberal Nationals commit to Sassafras RSL
A Liberal Nationals State Government would contribute $35,000 to upgrading Sassafras RSL. Liberal Monbulk candidate John Schurink said the upgrade would build on previous improvements,…
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Futsal hopeful off to Barcelona
Mount Evelyn Primary School student Daniel Fowler will travel to Barcelona in March for an elite futsal camp – but he needs some help to…
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A blooming good time at Hancock’s
You know spring has sprung when the daffodils are blooming, and a great place to see them in all their glory is at Hancock’s Daffodil…
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Four decades in Upwey
Upwey’s Buddhist Discussion Centre celebrated its 40th anniversary with guests from across the state. It’s been at the same location – 33 Brooking Street –…
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Lanyard’s a piece in the puzzle
A colourful new lanyard is helping people with autism to better communicate. Yarra Ranges police are distributing the jigsaw-patterned lanyards with an information card, free…
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Turnaround, bright idea
A new turnaround area will boost safety on Margaret Road, Mount Evelyn. Yarra Ranges Council made the space in August following consultation with residents. Mayor…