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Extra time for clubs
HILLS sporting clubs can now access extra training sessions after the Kalorama Reserve received new lights. Shire of Yarra Ranges Chandler Ward councillor Graham Warren…
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Key issues miss out
By Tania MartinHILLS groups have slammed the State Government for ignoring two of the Dandenong Ranges’ key issues – public transport and climate change –…
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State funds for wildlife carers
Kallista’s Carol Seeger with orphaned kangaroo Minstrel, last week welcomed news of extra cash for wildlife carers. 30636 HILLS wildlife carers could soon share in…
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Fire station on the move
Emerald CFA volunteers, from left, Warren Fuller, David Wheat, Richard van Lersey and Peta MacKay will soon say goodbye to the cramped conditions of the…
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Funds for fuel reduction
CALLS for bushfire cash to address issues such as burning off have been highlighted as one of the big-ticket items in the 2009-10 State Budget.…
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Chris speaks out
By Casey NeillThe 21-year-old was selected as this year’s Australian Youth Representative to the United Nations. “It’s an amazing privilege and a huge honour,” he…
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Last roll of the dice
By Tania MartinFor months the Emerald-based palliative care unit has been under a dark cloud, facing closure as Federal Government money dries up. Supporters have…
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Bowls bomb scare
A DISGRUNTLED customer last week threatened to blow up the Monbulk Bowling Club. The 44-year-old Monbulk man has been bailed to appear before the Ringwood…
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CFA cash splash
By Casey NeillThe group presented the Ferntree Gully and Upper Ferntree Gully fire brigades with $13,983.55 each last Tuesday (5 May) night. Past president Fran…
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Bowled over on pokies
By Tania MartinMONBULK Bowling Club is calling for the State Government to amend its proposed legislation on the ownership of gaming machines. Club chairman Terry…
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Jumping for joy
By Tania MartinKALLISTA Primary School was a big winner last week amid a massive $11.19 million state and federal government cash splash for the region.…
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$14m in hock
By Casey NeillKNOX Council may wind up almost $14 million in debt to complete stage one of its $65 million sporting precinct. Federal Infrastructure Minister…