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Autumn firewood collection ends
THE Autumn 2015 Firewood Collection Season will today close across Victoria. Jon Rofe, from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP), said it…
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School to build resilience
VICTORIAN Deputy Premier James Merlino last week announced Billanook Primary School has received funding to help measure and strengthen student resilience. Mr Merlino said the…
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At loggerheads over logging
By JESSE GRAHAM THE head of Zoos Victoria has spoken out publicly against VicForests’ logging operations in the Central Highlands, saying a new national park…
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Crash stimulants
By VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS EASTERN Melbourne has seen a spike in people caught driving under the influence of illicit drugs. Acting Inspector for Eastern Division to…
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Drug crimes double
By JESSE GRAHAM DRUG crimes in the Yarra Ranges have doubled in the last year, according to the latest police statistics, released last month. Statistics…
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Mikado – much ado
By VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS Council says ‘no’ to sealing road surface… YARRA Ranges Council has voted not to proceed with the construction of a sealed surface…
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Hub will have it all
By VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS CARDINIA Shire Council had a substantial turnout for two information and feedback sessions on the future development of the Hills Hub in…
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Quiz fund-raiser for SES
EMERALD SES is well on its way to a much-needed vehicle upgrade, thanks to a recent trivia night where $2000 was raised. Brunch on McBride…
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Public bins to be replaced
IN response to a recent review, Cardinia Shire Council is now replacing numerous litter and recycling bins in public places including parks, reserves and streets.…
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Rachael’s puppy love
By VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS A MONBULK family is seeking donations to raise funds for a registered assistance dog for their daughter. Rachael Grooby is not your…
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Golden Shorts in Sierra’s hands
By VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS A FERNTREE Gully teenager has taken out the top prize in the short film competition at the Warburton Film Festival. Former Mater…
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Yo ho ho and a bottle of … milk!
By VICTORIA STONE-MEADOWS DEPUTY Premier and Minister for Education James Merlino spent the morning at Kallista Primary School on 12 June for Dress like a…