News
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NAB unveils disaster relief grants for severe storms victims
NAB launches relief measures for customers affected by major storms in Victoria which commenced 25 August 2024. Disaster Relief Grants of $1000 are being made…
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Emerald Primary School hit by alleged firebugs
Emerald Primary School has escaped serious damage after a fire was allegedly lit on-site by a group of unknown youths over the weekend. On Saturday…
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Vets welcome recommendations but call for immediate action
The final report of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide was handed down on Monday 9 September – a pivotal moment addressing the…
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John’s resilient fight against blood cancer
Emerald resident John received a call from his doctor nearly two years ago urging him to come in for immediate testing, as his previous results…
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Boronia’s aspiring astronaut returns from groundbreaking microgravity research in Ottawa
Boronia’s aspiring astronaut, Celene Meraz Benavente, has returned from an extraordinary week in Ottawa Canada, where she engaged in cutting-edge research and training in parabolic…
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Young talents shone at the highly-anticipated Victorian State Schools Spectacular
Five exceptionally talented students from the outer east were selected to perform in the highly anticipated 2024 Victorian State Schools Spectacular (VSSS), which took place…
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Remembering Vaughan Hinton: a legacy of courage, media excellence, and social justice
A much respected and beloved Monbulk resident, Vaughan Hinton, who spent his life in Australian media and social justice, passed away at the age of…
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End of an Era: Mangana Olinda shuts down after four decades of cherished service
Olinda’s cherished Mangana has closed its doors permanently, ending a beloved chapter after more than forty years of serving the community. Founded in Olinda in…
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Bendigo Bank opens new branch in Emerald with grand celebration
Community Bendigo Bank has officially opened its doors in Emerald following a grand opening on Tuesday 10 September, the event was well-attended by senior finance…
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Fatal collision in Gembrook
A motorcycle rider has died following a collision in Gembrook on Saturday evening. Police have been told the rider was travelling on Soldiers Road, near…
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Wattle View Primary School champions R U OK? Day with themed activities to promote mental health
On R U OK? Day, schools across the country came together to emphasise the importance of mental health and encourage meaningful conversations that can make…
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Selby Community House and Tribe-Monbulk unite to offer non-judgmental spaces for youth
The Selby Community House, in partnership with Tribe-Monbulk Youth Inc. held a special event to celebrate the opening of the FAFO Art Exhibition on Friday…