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Uncertain future in store
By MELISSA MEEHAN DESPITE having two home bases, the Yarra Ranges U3A was facing an uncertain future just weeks ago after becoming homeless over two…
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Fears over dog stalkers
By KATH GANNAWAY WHAT do these tags mean? Despite continuing assurances from police and animal shelters, dog-owners in Yarra Ranges are fearful that dog stealing…
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Culture of the rising son
LEARNING Japanese at school is not just about the language – it’s about the culture too according to Upwey South Primary School teacher Toshi Takahashi.…
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Relay marks a milestone
By JESSE GRAHAM HUNDREDS of walkers, runners and passionate fund-raisers will be making their way to Healesville’s Don Road Sporting Complex this weekend as the…
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Boost for preschool garden
AN outdoor garden and art-based learning activities at the Gembrook Preschool Association will be funded by a $1200 grant. The preschool is just one of…
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Campaign targets high-risk road
By MELISSA MEEHAN DRIVERS take note – police will be out in full force over summer. Police will be targeting Belgrave-Gembrook Road between Clematis and…
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Campus shutdown leads to conviction
SWINBURNE University breached the Fair Work Act by failing to consult with staff and the National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) over its decision last July…
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Show set to end with a bang
By REBECCA BILLS THE sixtieth annual Lilydale Show is fast approaching and will be full of birthday celebrations. This family friendly show promises to house…
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Nature study earns eco-boost
STUDENTS at Ferny Creek Primary School know all about their local ecosystems. In recognition of the students’ work auditing the school habitat, the school was…
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Lovely heart beats as strong as ever
By REBECCA BILLS A HILLS primary school is marking a magnificent half century of education in the Dandenong Ranges. Upper Ferntree Gully Primary School is…
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History in place
By REBECCA BILLS A NEW, major exhibition exploring the main streets and shopping precincts of the Yarra Ranges is coming to town. Changing Places: The…
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Street brings Celtic fusion home
By REBECCA BILLS GROWING up in Healesville, Anthony Street had no idea his future would be on the world stage. Former lead dancer of Michael…