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Record moves
By Melissa MeehanGEMBROOK’S Jeff Nielsen is on top of the world. Not only is he the world’s fastest man in a human powered vehicle but…
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RSL’s Burt bobs up
By Tania MartinMARTIN Burt has been the saving grace for Cockatoo’s struggling RSL sub-branch. He has stepped into the void created following the death of…
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Cheers for ‘fluid’ glass
By Casey NeillShe last week unveiled her first solo exhibition, Transparent Works, at Burrinja Café Gallery. Ms Laken was “daunted, excited and nervous, but it’s…
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Mums to roll on – Mount Evelyn Pramwalkers Megan Hudson with daughter Isabelle, Helen Hann wit
By Tania MartinMOUNT Evelyn mums are being urged to hit the pavement with their toddlers in a bid to keep fit. The pram wakers group…
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Oysters in the O zone
PAESANO restaurant believes in the motto “fresh is best”. The Knox Ozone eatery has oysters and fish delivered fresh daily and lasagna and cannelloni is…
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All manner of garden supplies
MANNA Gum Building and Garden Supplies is a one stop shop for gardening, landscaping and top quality fire wood. Now is the perfect time to…
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Opposition high for aerial plans
THE Friends of the R. J. Hamer Arboretum has ramped up its campaign to stop a proposed rope-style adventure park in Olinda. More than 200…
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Size up for fashion
TEN years ago the first Ida Jane store opened in Heathmont. Now with seven stores, including one in the heart of Lilydale, Ida Jane is…
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Ingredients for growing- Green thumb Merilyn Wheatfill is opening her garden to raise cash for
By Casey NeillGARDEN-LOVERS can explore the bright and whimsical Valley Views in Lilydale this weekend. The colourful, flower-filled garden is just eight years old and…
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Emma makes a difference
By Casey NeillUPWEY teen Emma Hall is tackling poverty and disease head-on. The 19-year-old last month lobbied MPs in Canberra to recognise World Tuberculosis Day…
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Plans for Pepi’s paddock
By Tania MartinEMERALD residents remain in the dark over the future of the Pepi’s paddock, despite council repurchasing the land. The Shire of Cardinia has…
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Burnt out
By Casey NeillA FIRE that broke out beneath a century-old fireplace has destroyed an Upwey family’s home. CFA crews were called to the blaze in…