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Early morning earthquake emanated from Woods Point
Woods Point was again the origin of a minor earthquake that shook Victoria in the early hours of the morning on Wednesday 7 August. At…
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Last chance to nominate 2024 Victorian Senior of the Year
The State Government is asking Victorians to recognise the contributions of senior Victorians by submitting nominations for the Victorian Senior of the Year Awards. Ageing…
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‘Kevin and Simonne’ ring found on the Belgrave line
A piece of jewellery has been found on the floor of a train and handed into the Boronia Police station. Marked with the engravement of…
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The act of remembrance
As the commemoration of Vietnam Veterans Day approaches, on the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, veterans, their families and the community are invited…
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Reserve Bank leaves interest rates on hold, as expected
Australian borrowers have avoided extra loan repayment pain after the Reserve Bank of Australia opted on Tuesday to leave interest rates steady, in a widely…
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Silvers to Norman and Keyser as athletes prepare for Nationals
Yarra Ranges Athletics athletes continued their winter form on Sunday morning at a sunny but cold Lake Wendouree in Ballarat. Round 7 of the 2024…
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Rainbow Birds on a wire
A flock of fourteen fabulous Rainbow Lorikeets are lining up for their morning health checks at Healesville Sanctuary. The bright native birds choose to participate…
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‘Indian by Nature’ nominated for 2024 Yarra Valley Readers’ Choice Awards
Olinda’s restaurant, best known for its lamb cutlets, ‘Indian by Nature’ has been nominated for the 2024 Yarra Valley Readers’ Choice Awards, by The Australian…
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Burrinja makes way for new CEO Melanie Burge
Burrinja Cultural Arts Centre’s new CEO and Creative Director Melanie Burge is geared up to start on Tuesday August 6. Residing in Kensington and having…
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Remarkable effort: Rochelle Poulton raises thousands through battery recycling
Hillcrest CFA fourth lieutenant Rochelle Poulton has raised over $4000 worth of batteries during the Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb event. It all started in 2018…
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Road encounter leaves young woman shaken but unharmed
Last week a young woman in her 20s had a terrifying experience on her regular commute home coming up the ‘Devil’s elbow’ of the Mount…
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Young artists receive support and studio time in Cardinia Shire Music Program
Pakenham resident Miranda Eno is one the three young artists selected for the 2024 Cardinia Shire Music Residencies Program. The music program is intended to…