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Over 55,000 Mazda BT-50 models recalled
55,738 Mazda BT-50 (TF) 3.0 ltr Variants with a year range of 2020-2024 have been recalled. Due to a manufacturing defect in the Engine Control…
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Three… Aussie-themed Book Week costume ideas
With the Children’s Book Council of Australia already in full swing, here are three easy Aussie-themed costumes to put together in a hurry for your…
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What’s on the ‘Men’-u
From parmas to pot roasts, the Hills’ very own Mountain Men group is hosting free cooking classes for the fellows of the community. Having commenced…
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Schools to get creative with the curriculum
The State Government has opened applications for the 2025 Creative Learning Partnerships program for Victorian students to have the chance to build new creative skills.…
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Death of Ferntree Gully man uncovered.
An inquest into the death of Ferntree Gully resident Andrew David Berry found drug-induced sympathomimetic syndrome to be the cause. At 2.14pm on Tuesday 14…
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Cherished op shop formally changes hands
Foothills Community Care has formally opened its second op shop in Tecoma celebrating with community and volunteers alike. Saturday 10 August saw the community gathered…
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Missing items handed into Boronia Police
Personal items including a high vis work shirt and backpack have been handed into police by a good samaritan last week. The clothing and a…
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Aqua Analytics awarded two-year extension to Yarra Valley Water asset maintenance contract
Yarra Valley Water has awarded a two-year asset maintenance contract extension to Aqua Analytics – a leading provider of water network intelligence solutions. The extension…
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Easing the transition from primary to secondary school
The State Government is helping keep students engaged in their education as they move from primary school into secondary school – a period where there…
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Ferntree Gully teacher celebrates second consecutive gold medal with SSV basketball team
A Ferntree Gully primary school teacher and basketball enthusiast has proven to be at the peak of her coaching game, after leading her ‘School Sports…
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Will 2024 see women reach gender balance in the Yarra Ranges?
It’s local election time and by the end of October this year the Yarra Ranges will see a freshly voted-in group of councillors – but…
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Families ‘cutting back on food’ as cost of living bites
As the cost-of-living crisis plunges more Australians into food insecurity, pressure is mounting on state and federal governments to take action. About a third of…