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Outer’s inner buzz
WHEN a new volunteering opportunity came up at Mount Evelyn’s Outer Encounters, Wandin resident Agnes Jones thought she’d “give it a try.” That was 18…
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Claus to be happy
By Casey NeillAN UPPER Ferntree Gully Christmas character who sings the cause of Mrs Claus all year round has earned her Santaclausology degree. Bernadette Dimitrov…
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Steven was born to be a high flyer – Mount Evelyn student Steven Gedye is taking the BMX nation by storm. 58222 Picture: Donna Oates
By Russell BennettAT JUST 15 years-of-age, Mount Evelyn’s Steven Gedye is a seasoned BMX veteran. The Lilydale High School student’s career took off as soon…
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Team forged by fire- Steve Donner, Geoff Rowell, John Faull and Phil Skiller have all received the prestigious National Medal for their service and dedication to the Olinda Rural Fire Brigade. 57985
By Russell BennettFOUR Olinda firefighters have received one of Australia’s highest service honours, the National Medal – but don’t call them heroes. Brigade captain Steve…
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Senior students’ classes join up
By Kath GannawayFIVE University of the Third Age (U3A) branches throughout the Shire of Yarra Ranges have entered a landmark agreement which will deliver enormous…
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Vandals tagged
By Russell Bennett58234 Pictures: Donna Oates A GROUP of Montrose volunteers is desperate for help to stop graffiti covering their town. Montrose Township Group’s Curt…
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Brave heart- Mikayla’s coffin is carried from the church, with messages on pink and purple sticky notes adorning the white casket. 58347
Picture: Donna Oates MIKAYLA Francis was fearless, friendly, cheeky and caring and touched thousands of hearts around the world. Last Saturday more than 300 people…
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Keep it merry for your pets as well
Gembrook Veterinary Clinic staff wish their customers a very merry Christmas. THE Christmas period holidays are a wonderful time to spend quality time with family,…
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Anti-graffiti plan gets a spray
– Russell BennettSTREETON Ward councillor Noel Cliff has slammed his own council’s Graffiti Management Plan. Yarra Ranges Council endorsed the new 2011-2016 plan at its…
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Traffic lives on line
By Russell BennettWORRIED Mount Evelyn residents have called for safety improvements to a local thoroughfare they say is endangering children’s lives. Barry Callanan is concerned…
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Crews train to be ready
CFA crews descended on Mount Evelyn’s Pembroke Secondary College staging area last month to prepare for the fire season ahead. Mount Evelyn, Lilydale, Coldstream, Wonga…
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Marathon men
By Russell BennettThe keen kayaker first participated in the five-day, 400-kilometre Murray River Marathon when he was just 16 years old. Now 47, Mr Dinkreve…
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