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Not-so-great wall of Olinda
By Peter Douglas A wire fence erected inside the former Olinda Golf Course grounds is at the centre of a growing dispute between Parks Victoria…
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Water for 1000 Steps
La Trobe MP Jason Wood announced on Monday 5 June that the $50,000 plan to install new drinking fountains at the 1000 Steps will be…
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The bag that comes back
By Peter Douglas Plastic Bag Free Dandenong Ranges is placing its faith in homemade, re-usable Boomerang Bags to inspire the community to think green. More…
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Trail will be a boon
By Peter Douglas Cardinia Shire Council believes the Gembrook extension to the Emerald-Cockatoo multi-purpose trail will be a boon for Emerald, Gembrook and Cockatoo residents.…
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Survey supports sign push
By Effie Caloutas Concerned parent Jason Fox says a recent survey shows the urgent need for electronic 40km/h signs to be installed near Kallista Primary…
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Battin ‘all good’ after heart scare
By Derek Schlennstedt Gembrook MP Brad Battin was rushed to hospital earlier this morning, after suffering from what appears to be ‘cardiac issues’. Mr Battin…
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Mountain spirit lives on
Twenty years after the Spirit of the Mountain concert was held to acknowledge the impact of the Mount Dandenong bushfires, Tecoma Primary School students have…
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Little lifesaver’s a hero
By Derek Schlennstedt Jamie Le Sueur from Montrose is among 51 children around the state who were honoured on 30 May 2017 for their bravery…
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Gully hub plan
By Peter Douglas The hills communities will in due course have access to a modern, multi-purpose community hub within Ferntree Gully, with Knox Council signing…
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School gets shelter smart
Billanook Primary School will soon receive a SunSmart makeover, thanks to $429,000 in Victorian Government funding. Through the School Pride and Sports Fund, the entrance…
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Artists firing up
By Derek Schlennstedt Firefighters at Belgrave CFA are gearing up for their 34th annual art show. With more than 300 pieces from local and national…
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Take a bite of local produce
By Derek Schlennstedt Workshops run by Melba Support Services’ Able Bakehouse will teach residents and students how to make simple and healthy meals at home.…
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