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Drama helps reach potential
THE Helen O’Grady Drama Academy is renowned throughout Australia and in 25 countries, with almost 60,000 students worldwide. It offers classes that focus on developing…
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Siren silenced
By Tania MartinAN Emerald woman has slammed a council decision to silence the town’s CFA siren as “unsafe.” The decision was made last May as…
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Mobile fun
FUN is one the move in Cardinia with the help of a new PlayStart Van. Hills youngsters recently (15 January) got their first glimpse of…
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Death trap
Belgrave residents Kylie West, Kathy Baquie and Claire Blissenden and La Trobe MP Jason Wood call on Parks Victoria to clear fire fuel from Violet…
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‘Willows’ to play at park
By Tania MartinCELEBRATE Australia Day at Emerald Lake Park as Wind in the Willows comes to town. Mr Toad, Mole and Ratty will all take…
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Raid on ATM
By Tania MartinPOLICE are hunting three bandits who smashed their way into the Paradise Hotel in Clematis last week and made off with an ATM…
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Cause to celebrate
Belgrave’s Survival Day committee members Emma Davies, Jordan Crook and Joanna Mogilewska are putting the final touches on organising the day. 41653 Picture: Nigel Clements…
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Little Angels work miracles
By Casey NeillLITTLE Angels are again working miracles for a hills fire crew. Upper Ferntree Gully Fire Brigade captain Peter Smith and local photographer Fran…
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Drive for safety
YOUNG hills drivers will improve their road skills in memory of a tragic loss. Five Dandenongs fire brigade volunteers and two residents received driver training…
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Kids bring colour to a Belgrave lane
By Casey NeillHILLS students have brightened up a dreary Belgrave laneway with a colourful town tribute. Belgrave Traders Association, Telstra and Shire of Yarra Ranges…
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Jazz picks up steam
PUFFING Billy will again keep the entertainment rolling with the popular return of its jazz train. Good food, wine and entertainment are just the ticket…
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Spirit of care comes alive
By Tania MartinA YOUNG firefighter, a youth advocate and an artist are just some of the people who could be recognised for their community spirit…