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Praise for school
By Tania MartinRylan Squire, 6, was diagnosed with global development delay, but with the help and support of Yooralla and The Patch EIC, he was…
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Tree blocks road for five days
THE Shire of Yarra Ranges had to call in a 50-tonne crane last week to remove a massive tree that had fallen across Kallista-Emerald Road…
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Wayne’s world
By Ed MerrisonTRIBUTES have poured in for a recently deceased Ferntree Gully man whose passion and influence transcended the confines of his wheelchair to touch…
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On blocks for Games
By Ed Merrison BELGRAVE swimmer Kelly Stubbins looks forward to a long career in the pool but would not mind bagging Commonwealth gold and a…
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Award is big toot for Billy
PUFFING BILLY was named as one of five winners of the 2006 Victorian Heritage Icon Awards last week. The Victorian Heritage Icon Awards are an…
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Electronic education
BELGRAVE’S Mater Christi College prides itself on providing students with the latest in teaching methods and resources. The college’s latest initiative – electronic whiteboards –…
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Evening of elegance
FOR a dining experience with a difference, hills people should not miss Puffing Billy’s dinner special train. People will enjoy pre-dinner drinks in elegance and…
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Blaze is labour of love
By Tania MartinMONBULK Fire Brigade has been recognised as an institution in the hills for its role as a rescue unit and firefighting machine with…
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Soothe away cares
ACROSS time and culture, the human touch has proven to benefit health, both physically and spiritually. Experienced massage therapist Carolyn Edgecombe of the Therapie Room…
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Thomas in fine form at Emerald
By Dennis FullerPAUL Thomas (17) was the star of the day at the Emerald Golf Club as great playing conditions arrived for the Foundation Shield.…
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Anti-crash cash
By Paul PickeringTHE Dandenong Ranges’ most notorious crash corridor is set to receive an $8 million makeover. The Federal Government last week handed the cash…
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Competitive Bombers’ leading edge
EMERALD Cricket Club’s A Grade was far more competitive in the last two games. The Bombers went into their match against Pakenham Upper-Toomuc confident. That…