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Gold for the hills at Wushu
The peaceful surrounds of the Dandenongs provide a perfect backdrop for practicing the ancient arts of tai chi and qigong. Students from Chi Generation, which…
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Knitting for kids in need
Knitters filled the Silvan Hall with hand-made toys and clothing bound for war-ravaged Syria. Aussies Knitting for War-Affected Kids members from around Australia had been…
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Firies need a few good men (and women)
Amber Johnson is looking forward to finishing Year 12 – so that she has more time to volunteer for the Upper Ferntree Gully Fire Brigade.…
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Body cams for Emerald cops
Emerald police will be wearing cameras by the end of the year. Victoria Police announced on Thursday 30 August that body worn cameras would roll…
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Hay to help
Rotarians and Yarra Valley farmers have now sent 120 hay bales to drought-affected farmers in East Gippsland. The Mail reported on 21 August that the…
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RSL support for scouts
The 1st Ferny Creek Scouts received a cheque from the Dandenong Ranges RSL to help them join the Australian Jamboree next year. The jamboree is…
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Help Gav help the homeless
Every Friday afternoon for nearly 10 years – rain, hail or shine – Gav Smith has dished out hot soup, pizzas and other refreshments in…
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Emerald SES storms home for a win
Emerald SES has won a Storm Award for the second year in a row. SES regional manager Ray Jasper presented the central region eastern metro…
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Applause for support
The Yarra Ranges Council’s Social Support Group is among nearly 60 groups and individuals shortlisted for this year’s Premier’s Volunteer Champion Awards. Families and Children…
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Samantha’s sweet success
Mount Evelyn pastry chef Samantha Butler has been selected to compete for the World Trophy of Pastry, Ice Cream and Chocolate. The 23-year-old will take…
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Olivia sings with passion
Upwey South Primary’s Olivia Hibbins is preparing for her fifth consecutive year of performing in the annual Victorian State Schools Spectacular.The Year 6 student will…
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Neighbourhood Watch celebrates 15 years
Mount Evelyn Neighbourhood Watch notched up 15 years of keeping an eye on the community. About 20 people, including members and police, celebrated the anniversary…
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