Honk for humanity
The eclectic village of Belgrave is known for its unique cafes, music venues, a wizard, and of course Puffing Billy.
Though, over the last year...
Australia Day done differently
Belgrave will host an afternoon of dance, music, discussion and celebration under the trees at Borthwick Park on 26 January.
For the 12th straight year,...
Thanks for the opportunity
In the lead up to the 2018 Victorian election I spoke to a lot of people across the electorate of Monbulk about why I...
Charges over FTG blaze
Detectives arrested and charged a man following a house fire in Ferntree Gully on Friday 18 January.
Police said the fire broke out in the...
Fire engulfs Ferntree Gully home
Emergency services responded to a house fire this morning in Ferntree Gully that is being treated as suspicious.
The fire which fully engulfed the house...
Cinema under the stars
If you are looking for a free family fun afternoon or night out, then check out the extravaganza on offer at the Lilydale Library...
On the cutting edge
Mathieu Dechamps knifemaker’s shop, tucked away in Mount Dandenong, appears fairly non-descript from the outside.
However, taking a step inside and you’ll find its...
Bin that butt
A Yarra Ranges firefighter says a flicked cigarette butt could spark a catastrophic blaze.
Montrose CFA PR co-ordinator Eddie Tichelaar said the region was “so...
Planned power outage in Wandin attracts criticism
Ausnet has defended its decision to go ahead with a planned outage in the Yarra Ranges despite a state wide total fire ban being...
Carpark to help address social isolation for veterans
Work has begun to improve the car park at the Upwey-Belgrave RSL.
When finished RSL members will benefit from a sealed car park, improved drive...
Total Fire Ban declared for Tuesday
A state wide Total Fire Ban has been declared for Tuesday 15 January, as Victoria’s heatwave continues.
No fire can be lit or allowed...
Sirens issue warning
Don’t expect a fire truck.
That’s the warning from Upper Ferntree Gully Fire Brigade Captain Peter Smith ahead of the fire season.
He particularly wanted to...
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Women’s day winner
Parents and carers of children at Belgrave Kindergarten acknowledged International Woman's Day on Friday 8 March by surprising their much-loved teachers, Marion Prince and...
