News
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Eli’s bright light
By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM AND KATH GANNAWAY FITTINGLY, the family of Eli Marnock lit sparklers at his funeral on Saturday to remember the little boy who…
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Whole lotta shakin’
By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM A 2.8 MAGNITUDE earthquake shook parts of the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley last week. While the epicentre of the quake was…
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Planted in the community
PREPARATIONS for the Monbulk Recreation Reserve massive plant sale are in full-swing, with the event aiming to raise funds for a much-needed sports pavilion. To…
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Kewell jewels on offer
By PETER DOUGLAS AUSTRALIA’S most valuable football export, Harry Kewell, is lacing up his boots and visiting Monbulk next month. The Harry Kewell Academy Masterclass…
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Vision statement of contenders
By PETER DOUGLAS Suzana Pozvek SNAPSHOT: A business-owner and long-time resident of the Dandenong Ranges. VISION: Wants to see more of council’s resources spent in…
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Vote and be counted
By PETER DOUGLAS RESIDENTS in the Lyster Ward are reminded that postal voting for the Yarra Ranges by-election is now in full-swing. Voters should be…
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In their footsteps
By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM OVER a year of planning and preparation will come to fruition at the opening of Anzac Walk in Emerald tomorrow. Governor-General Sir…
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Kick start to life
By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM LIFE begins at the Selby Community House – and has for the past 40 years. The community house will celebrate its 40th…
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Headstones come alive, online
By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM A PROJECT that has seen the online publication of stories behind headstones at the Lilydale Cemetery was launched last month. ‘Stories Behind…
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Green Army recruits wanted
By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM FOLLOWING the success of the first Green Army project in the Dandenong Ranges, the Federal Government has opened up applications for a…
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Family shave hots up
By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM FUND-RAISING is a family affair for Trinity and Mark Higgins. The Monbulk 11-year-old and her dad will shave their heads this weekend…
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People power
By KATHRYN BERMINGHAM Residents successfully protest against Tecoma Ambulance building site… HEALTH Minister Jill Hennessy will search for an alternative site to build the new…