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Cog Bike Shop speaks out

A family run business has appealed for help from the wider community to help local police with an alleged burglary that is currently under...

Upwey juniors selected for Australian Little League Nationals

Upwey Ferntree Gully Baseball Club is celebrating a huge milestone, with seven of its junior players selected to represent at the upcoming Australian Little...

Community Capital Works Grant policy review

Cardinia Shire Council is seeking feedback on the review of the Community Capital Works Grant (CCWG) policy. The CCWG program has been a crucial resource...

Vicsports volunteer of the year goes to David Kearsley

David Kearsley, a volunteer for Knox Little Athletics, has been honoured for his dedication after winning the Vicsport Volunteer of the Year award...

Four local players selected to represent Australia in under-19 roller hockey

The Lilydale Lions Roller Hockey Club is beaming with pride, with four of their own players selected to represent Australia in the Under-19 national...

How Outer East soccer clubs have started their seasons

Soccer clubs have kicked off their seasons in recent weeks, but with clubs taking a week off for the Easter break, here’s how local...

Bloods prevail in thriller

As the whistle blew marking the beginning of the 2025 Outer East Netball season, Emerald’s campaign took flight with a victory over Woori Yallock...

Bloods draw first blood

As the ball was bounced for the first time in Outer East Premier this season the anticipation and excitement was finally released with Officer...

Outer East Premier Season Preview – See the Bombers Fly Up

After a gutsy and brave effort to keep themselves up in 2024, Emerald is shining bright with reflection entering a fresh new challenge this...

Between sky and peaks

Winter will see themes of collaboration, connection and being in place expressed through art for a two-month exhibition at Burrinja Gallery in Upwey. After...

Huge success of Hills Act Theatre Company’s first play

Hills Act Theatre Company successfully brought down the curtain for its first production. The first production the company put on was Breathless by Deborah Mulhall.  Hills...

AFL ticket giveaway to mark Casey-Dees 15-year milestone

Casey residents are set to score free tickets for Melbourne Football Club’s upcoming AFL showdown with Hawthorn. The match is part of a special Casey...

Free premiere screening for film of Black Saturday bushfires survivors

Although it’s been more than 16 years since the Black Saturday bushfires drove the region to fear, the trauma has remained in the survivors'...

Outside of me launches

Outside of Me has launched at Burrinja this week, with mother and son Leticia Hodson and Wade Keighley presenting their art to the world...

Chrysalis offers a peek for Open Studios

The Chrysalis exhibition launched at Burrinja Cultural Centre on Thursday 20 March, celebrating a thriving art community in the Dandenong Ranges. Over 200 people...

From humble shed to hardware hub

Very few modern day businesses get to celebrate 80 years in operation which makes today’s milestone for the Emerald Co-op all the more significant. Born...

Evolution of wood heating

When Christian Bergmoser founded Euro Fireplaces in 2010, he brought a fresh vision to the wood heating industry: creating solutions that combine aesthetic appeal...

Vibrant retirement living

In the heart of Lilydale, where the lush Yarra Valley meets the Dandenong Ranges, stands Lilydale Valley Views – not just a retirement village,...

Guard your eyes from glare

Summer is on its way and protecting your eyes from glare has so many reasons why it is important for the health of your...

Happier ageing with Nurse Next Door and Belgrave’s Beloved Desi

Since opening five years ago, Nurse Next Door Melbourne Outer East has grown into a trusted provider, delivering premium in-home care to clients across...

Rich and nurturing learning at Dandenong Ranges Steiner School

Dandenong Ranges Steiner School (DRSS) offers a rich and nurturing Early Childhood program at its Menzies Creek Campus. The campus will be open with teachers...

Community news

I hope everyone had a restful Easter break and no doubt by the time you’re reading this, we’ve likely well and truly moved into...

CARTOON: Coles tree service

New trees will be replanted at the car park of Healesville Walk Shopping Centre.

The Electric State fails to spark

The Electric State Starring Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt and Giancarlo Esposito M 3.5/5 Directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, The Electric State is a lacklustre adaptation of...

Letter to the Editor: Celebrating Jeanette Tatton’s Impact on Our Seniors

Dear Editor, I was deeply moved by your recent article highlighting Jeanette Tatton's dedication to enriching the lives of seniors through her donation-based chair pilates...

Good but not best picture good

Anora Starring Mikey Madison, Mark Eydelshtein and Yura Borisov MA15+ 4/5 Written and directed by Sean Baker, Anora is a solid but slightly overrated film let down by...

Comfort food

The Indian summer we have been enjoying so far is coming to an end with trees almost into their full autumn colour and increasingly...

Dough-ing good for the Lantern Festival

Belgrave chef and cafe owner Alex Palmer is bringing the community together with delicious pizza and good vibes, all in an effort to support...

Abbi Haynes’ Journey from struggles to strength with FOFA

Knoxfield resident, Abbi Haynes knows how hard it can be to find a place where you truly feel accepted and seen. After years of...

Dandenong Ranges host key fire safety trial

Firefighters could soon be better protected in the line of duty, with cutting-edge breathing equipment recently tested in Lysterfield and the Dandenong Ranges showing...

Council endorsed 2026 Annual Grant Guide

Yarra Ranges councillors discussed the guidelines for the 2026 Annual Grant, which will be open for application on 2 June, closing mid-July. Each year,...

Emerald Monbulk Shelter receives ‘People of Post Grants’

The Emerald Monbulk Wildlife Shelter has received a $2000 boost from Australia Post’s People of Post Grants program, helping the long-standing shelter improve the...

Helmeted Honeyeaters Return to Cardinia after 40 Years

PRECEDE: Helmeted Honeyeaters return to Cardinia for the first time since Ash Wednesday bushfires. Gazette journalist Afraa Kori reports it’s a dream come true...

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Cog Bike Shop speaks out

A family run business has appealed for help from the wider community to help local police with an alleged burglary that is currently under...