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Free podcast training for Cardinia Shire residents
In June, the chance to learn and connect through audio storytelling is being offered to locals in the Cardinia Shire in the form of a…
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Kalorama residents push for upgraded drainage
As the Hills prepare for the oncoming storm season, residents in Kalorama are petitioning the Yarra Ranges Council to provide improvements to drainage following significant…
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Emerald Rotary leads habitat restoration in Cockatoo
Due to the severe storms that have occurred over the last few years, damage has occurred to the wildlife’s natural habitat in and around Wrights…
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Frosty and wet weekend for the Dandenongs and Yarra Valley
A chilly and wet start to the weekend is on the cards across the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley. People should prepare for a wet…
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Quick action at vacant house in Emerald
Seven CFA units responded to a structure fire on Belgrave-Gembrook Road in Emerald at approximately 5:03pm on Tuesday evening. The evening of May 14 saw…
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Emergency services levy set to pass after ‘dirty deal’
Contentious legislation to raise an extra $2.1 billion for emergency services is set to pass with last-minute funding guarantees and rebates for drought-hit farmers. Ahead…
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VCAT clears fill site despite Upwey opposition
A controversial proposal to use land in Lysterfield for the disposal of clean fill has moved a step closer to approval, following a key decision…
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State Memorial for The Honourable Dr Race Mathews
A State Memorial Service to celebrate the life of The Honourable Dr Race Mathews will be held at 11.30 am on Friday 23 May at…
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Yarra Ranges Council will investigate funding ongoing maintenance of existing CCTV network
Yarra Ranges Council (YRC) is going to investigate funding the auditing, replacement and ongoing maintenance of existing CCTV cameras in Healesville. Healesville resident Penelle walked…
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Eastern Health’s Palliative Care Week message focuses on awareness
This Palliative Care Week (11 – 17 May), Eastern Health’s clinical director supportive and palliative care Dr Aaron Wong touches on the importance of having…
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Yarra Ranges Council update Special Rate and Charge Scheme Policy
Yarra Ranges Council has refreshed its Special Rate and Charge Scheme policy at the Tuesday 13 May council meeting. Special charges have become more important…
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Increasing access to health services
Knox Council is providing a one-stop-shop for families with young children in Knox by entering into a lease with Interchange Outer East to provide allied…