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Let’s celebrate Healesville Sanctuary’s 90th birthday together
Healesville Sanctuary is inviting local families to come over to its 90th birthday party on 25 and 26 May. To celebrate, the Koala Picnic Lawns…
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Tourism put on the back burner in State Budget
The Victorian Government handed down the 2024-2025 state budget which has disappointed the local tourism industry with a lack of funds supporting Yarra Ranges tourism.…
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State budget invests in emergency management
The 2024-2025 Victorian State Budget has allocated more than $16 million towards future emergency management response. With $9.5 million of those funds going towards ensuring…
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Weight bench sold by Kogan Australia recalled
The Fortis Heavy Duty Adjustable FID Weight Bench sold by Kogan Australia has been recalled. The welding joint on the seat support may fail during…
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Locally-made domestic violence video resonates nine years on
In 2015, Brendon Murphy created a video to raise the awareness of domestic violence with two more mates, Rick and Bill. It’s been nearly nine…
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EPA warns against dumping in the bush
With autumn here, Victorians are going bush to enjoy the environment, but EPA Victoria says some people are just using it as a dumping spot…
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Flinders University study predicts Yarra Ranges and Cardinia to see an increase in road crashes
A new study from Flinders University is calling for better policies and practices to be implemented to improve road safety, with the ‘mountainous’ Yarra Ranges…
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Impact of urban sprawl, importance of green wedge aired in new inquiry
Leading agriculture organisations in the Yarra Ranges have put forward a case for protecting the region’s food supply capacity and reducing the harms of the…
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An underwhelming budget in a time of inflation
It was what some have called a “no frills” 2024/25 State Budget, with the Premier saying it was “sensible and disciplined” at a time of…
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Tecoma Vamp dishes on the Met
Forget the Met Gala, creating exciting fashion looks can be as easy as a stroll to your local op shop. Tecoma icon Michelle Trebilco aka…
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Worksafe celebrating safety champions
Victorian businesses and individuals leading the way in enhancing workplace health and safety are being urged to share their stories for the 2024 WorkSafe Awards.…
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Free seminar for election candidates
The Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) is hosting a free seminar on 17 May, to help community members learn more about being a candidate in…
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