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Leading the way on banning deadly engineered stone
The Victorian Government is keeping workers safe by banning the use of engineered stone in Victoria from July this year. The Victorian Government joined the…
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New chair of local government grants commision
The Victorian Government has announced Steven Kingshott as the new Chairperson of the Victorian Local Government Grants Commission (VLGGC). Mr Kingshott has extensive experience across…
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Play our Way program opened
On 18 March 2024, the Play Our Way program grant opportunity opened for applications. $200 million will be provided for the program over 3 years…
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Kids to hit the books for Premiers’ Reading Challenge
The Victorian Government is calling on all Victorian children and young people to explore, learn and enjoy the world through reading as they embark on…
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Changes coming to Victorian Building Authority
The Victorian Government is delivering changes to the governance of the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) as part of a suite of reforms at the regulator…
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Critical Labor Shortage
Latest apprenticeship and trainee data reaffirms building and construction industry concerns that we are facing a critical labor shortage in the midst of a housing…
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Local Sassafras star seeks community support for World Robotics Championships
Melbourne’s outer east robotic enthusiast, Jasper Van Eijk has been making waves in the world of robotics – proving age is just a number when…
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Ranges Represent in Public Speaking Tournament
With the finals coming up in May, Marlene Sinclair will be representing the Yarra Ranges in public speaking at the District 73 toastmasters Conference 2024.…
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Helping reunite lost pets
Pets that are registered with the Knox City Council can be quickly and safely reunited with their owners if they get lost. Last financial year,…
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Will new ‘Stormwater Management Plan’ answer residents cry for help?
A new ‘StormWater Management Plan’ is in the works for the Yarra Ranges Shire, and residents are waiting to discover whether this plan will be…
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Two recycling events for old textiles
Yarra Ranges residents have the ability to dispose of old textile products such as clothes, towels, sheets, shoes, blankets and other unwanted fabrics for free,…
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Free school holiday activities at the new Knox Library
Make the new Knox Library your go-to for free activities these school holidays. Alongside regular storytime sessions, special activities for young children include a Lego…