News
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Road barriers plea after fatality
By Derek Schlennstedt A group of concerned Cockatoo residents are pushing for the construction of barriers along Belgrave-Gembrook Road, where over the past three months,…
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Kudos for family camp program
By Derek Schlennstedt Over the past 26 years, the Interchange-Outer East (IOE) Children and Family Services team has grown and developed, and so too has…
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Puppetry rotated around this Axel
By Derek Schlennstedt He’s arguably the most famous puppet in Australia. That memorable pink oval feathered body, who on Saturday nights would charm viewers with…
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Heart of hills still beats
By Peter Douglas If there is one organisation that represents the resilience and community spirit synonymous with the Dandenong Ranges, it’s the Upwey-Belgrave RSL Sub-branch.…
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Rare bonsai on display
By Derek Schlennstedt Bonsai artist Jeff Barry, of Chojo Feature Trees in Sassafras, has been selected to curate an exhibition at the Art Gallery of…
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School offers sought-after job skills
By Derek Schlennstedt Sherbrooke Community School is looking to the future to help ensure its students gain skills in jobs that will be relevant in…
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Caroline’s flight of fancy
By Derek Schlennstedt Ferntree Gully’s Caroline Power is gearing up for a taste of Outback adventure as she prepares to travel more than 2175 kilometres…
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Parking logjam
By Derek Schlennstedt Commuters and traders frustrated over lack of spaces… Businesses in Belgrave are urging the council and state government to address a lack…
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Basketball is fun for everyone
By Derek Schlennstedt The Sherbrooke Basketball Association is gearing up for another season and there are now opportunities for both individuals and teams to get…
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Emphatic wins to Rangers teams
By Derek Schlennstedt Monbulk Rangers Men’s and Women’s Firsts each posted resounding victories on the weekend, with the Women defeating Richmond FC 5-0 in driving…
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Top spot up for grabs
By Derek Schlennstedt AFL YARRA RANGES There’s only one round to go in Division 1 and Healesville and Woori Yallock share top spot. Olinda Ferny…
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Odd art of Upwey
By Derek Schlennstedt The Annual Upwey Archies is again inviting local creatives of all ages and abilities to celebrate the people of Upwey. Inspired by…