News
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Rotary Bingo night raises support for Knox Nocturnals youth program
People hit the floor for the youth of Knox recently for a lively night of bingo with fun, prizes and community spirit on the agenda.…
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Dig in and swap out: trees for weeds returns to Emerald this September
Unsure how to manage the weeds in your garden? Come along to the upcoming Trees for Weeds swap event in Emerald to learn more. Cardinia…
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Fergie honoured for 25 years
A dedicated community volunteer has been honoured for his time recently in Emerald, as he continues to tend the gardens and gravesides at the local…
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Lilydale’s Melissa Hale appointed to Victorian Disability Advisory Council
A Lilydale local and Mooroolbark Cricket Club player has been appointed to the Victorian Disability Advisory Council (VDAC), set to help provide policy and strategic…
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Road strike under review
Emerald resident and wildlife rescuer Leanne Sultana has welcomed a major step forward in the fight against the escalating wildlife roadstrike crisis along Wellington Road,…
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New owner sought for Grants Cafe
Sherbrooke’s much-loved picnic ground cafe is now closed, as Parks Victoria work behind the scenes to find a new operator to take the reins. The…
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New program launch for CFA: Emerald and Cockatoo trained to respond
Local CFA units in Cockatoo and Emerald will soon be operating in a new way in their areas, so if you are a local calling…
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Knox4Palestine welcomes recognition but calls for more action
Australia will formally recognise Palestinian statehood in a significant diplomatic step aimed at ending suffering and violence in Gaza, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on…
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Defibrillator donations for the heart of the community
Upwey Community Bank has donated two life-saving portable defibrillators to Belgrave Police Station, which are now available to both officers and the public. Senior Sergeant…
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Students prepare to sparkle in Schools Spectacular
Thousands of students from across the state are gearing up to take to one of Melbourne’s biggest stages as the State Schools Spectacular returns for…
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Police and CFA to host safe plate event
Belgrave Police, along with Belgrave CFA will be hosting a Safe Plate day on Sunday 31 August, between 11am and 2pm. People can come along…
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Mayor draws line in sand
A resident has stepped forward with another question on tiny homes to the council this week as Mayor Jim Child announced both a stop to…