Entertainment
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Monbulk’s buttefly haven takes flight
When now-Monbulk local Yvonne Duke moved to Australia from New Zealand in the 2000s, she realised education about the prolific Monarch butterfly wasn’t as extensive…
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Royal Australian Navy band to perform Dandenong Ranges inspired composition
On 25 March at The Memo in Healesville, the Melbourne Royal Australian Navy wind band will perform a composition inspired by the Dandenong Ranges. The…
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Hills local makes Australian Idol’s Top 12 contestants
Before the announcement she had progressed into the Top 12 contestants on this year’s Australian Idol, Selby local Anya Hynninen received a touchdown from musician…
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Think Global, Act Local with Burrinja Climate Change Biennial
Think Global Act Local! Buy a plant from the gallery. This is the last week to view the Burrinja Climate Change Biennale. This exhibition’s theme…
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Snippets: Dandenong Ranges Music Council
An exciting year ahead with opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to learn or play music at the Dandenong Ranges Music Council. The…
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SNIPPETS: Royal Australian Navy Jazz band Melbourne Ensemble at Emerald Lake Park
The Royal Australian Navy Jazz band – Melbourne Ensemble will play a free concert at Emerald Lake Park, hosted by Cardinia Shire Council. This rare…
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Awards and festivities as Burrinja Climate Change Biennale exhibition approaches end
Olinda-based artist Emma Jennings has taken out the people’s choice award in the Burrinja Climate Change Biennale for her piece ‘Future Firefighters,’ recognising the work…
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Knox Festival to be held in Ferntree Gully on March 4
Knox Festival will be held on Saturday 4 March at Wally Tew Reserve in Ferntree Gully, with the free event featuring activities, workshops, rides, community…
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THREE: facts about Valentine’s Day
Here a three Valentine’s Day facts: 1. Namesake: Saint Valentine Saint Valentine was a Catholic priest who lived in Rome in the third century. When…
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CURTAIN CALL: What’s on at your local theatre
This week, Theatre correspondent Peter Kemp looks at happening in the local theatre world. Burrinja Theatre Live on the Lawn 2023: Hot Summer Days meet…
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SNIPPETS: International Women’s Day speakers
For international Women’s Day, Knox City Council will host two guest speakers: Author Lisa Ireland, and journalist and feminist Jane Gilmour at the Knox Civic…
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Fishing safety tips this summer
Summer is a great time to go fishing, but it is important to keep safety in mind to avoid unneeded accidents. Fishing from a pier,…