News
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Back to the future
By Jodie Symonds SILVAN Primary School celebrated its 140th milestone on Friday, 18 November, and staff said the school’s values had not changed. Principal Damian…
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Hills Hub stutters again
By Peter Douglas THE stop-starting Hills Hub project has stalled yet again, according to the consultation group entrusted with its development. The hub is highly…
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Play space blends with environment
By Jodie Symonds A NEW innovative kindergarten project opened at Monbulk Primary School on Wednesday 16 November. Developed by Fleming’s Nurseries in Monbulk, the new…
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A sustained school effort
By Jodie Symonds THE Patch Primary School has become a leading school in sustainability by winning the 2016 ResourceSmart Schools Award. In Victoria’s largest sustainability…
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Clear woods please Wood
By Peter Douglas LA TROBE MP Jason Wood and Yarra Ranges Shire’s new mayor, Noel Cliff, were among the dignitaries present to celebrate a successful…
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Respect for the Fallen
DANDENONG Ranges’ communities on Friday, 11 November, stopped to remember those who had fallen while serving their country. On Remembrance Day 2016, ’Mail’ photographer Greg…
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Pool safety barriers mandatory
YARRA Ranges Council is reminding residents that inflatable and above-ground pools capable of holding a depth of water more than 300mm must have compliant pool…
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Getting a feel for plants
THE fragrance and feel of the plants in the special ‘Sensory Garden’ at the Rhododendron Gardens recently gave some vision-impaired visitors an amazing spring experience.…
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He’ll lead Knox
By Peter Douglas KNOX councillor Darren Pearce has been elected as the City Council’s mayor, promising to stay engaged with the community. After winning his…
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Strikes like a Cobra
DEDICATED local martial artists last month gathered for the 20th Annual Golden Cobra Martial Arts Club Championships at Selby. More than 40 competitors took part,…
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Police hunt predator
By Jodie Symonds POLICE are appealing for public assistance to identify a man who approached a 10-year-old boy in Olinda on Thursday 6 October. Knox…
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You will be rocked
By Kath Gannaway FANS of The Sunny Cowgirls can expect some classic ‘Cowgirls’, and more, when the popular duo make their way back to the…