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Palestine protesters poised for fight over stand-off
A group of pro-Palestine activists charged after a stand-off on the roof of a Melbourne factory say they will fight criminal charges on the basis…
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Yarra Ranges residents welcome to join a Wombat Webinar
An opportunity to learn about the plight of one of our favourite native animals is coming up. Katja Gutwein is the Vice-Preisdent and Secretary of…
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Cheap clothing costing our future – more plastics in our clothes than ever before
This month during ‘Plastic Free July,’ Star Mail dived its focus into everyday wear, with a look at how one Hills’ op shop has seen…
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Ninja mayhem
Raising money to send their qualifying team to the USA to compete in the world Ninja warrior championships (UNAA), Ferntree Gully Ninja club is hosting…
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Powerline snaps in Upwey
1600 customers lost power in the Dandenong Ranges this week when a power line snapped in a residential area. The powerline snapped in Upwey during…
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FOGO review: Environmental outcomes positive but advocacy still needed
With six months passing since the introduction of food organics and garden organics (FOGO) bins in the Yarra Ranges, a mid-year review proved its effectiveness…
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Multiple collisions in Monbulk, two cars towed away, one fled the scene
Wet weather caused several collisions on Tuesday along Monbulk Road. Residents in The Patch notified Star Mail regarding yet another collision on Monbulk Road, The…
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Yarra Ranges Council continues to support calls for short-term rental regulation
Yarra Ranges Council has issued a statement on the management of short-term rental accommodation (STRA) and the impact it has on the region. Yarra Ranges…
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Tecoma house fire being treated as suspicious
A house fire in Tecoma on Thursday morning caused ruckus with the CFA and Police flocking to the scene. A CFA spokesperson said, “CFA units…
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Yarra Ranges Council approve revised Community Engagement Policy
Yarra Ranges Council has approved a revised Community Engagement Policy at the Tuesday 9 July council meeting. The Community Engagement Policy was first adopted in…
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Council flags over 3,000 trees needing pruning or removal
Yarra Ranges Council roadside assessments have identified over 3,000 trees needing pruning or removal with immediate works underway to address 200 hazardous trees and reduce…
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Knox residents invited to have say on the future of waste in Victoria
The Victorian Government is adopting a uniform approach to household recycling and waste services across the state. The Engage Victoria website invites Knox residents to…
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