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Big business and property owners taxed in new budget
With the introduction of a Covid Debt Repayment Plan, the Victorian Government’s 2023/24 Budget released on Tuesday 23 May is aiming to pay off some…
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Store-brand ice cream sandwiches recalled by Woolies
Home-brand Cookies and Cream Classic Ice Cream Sandwiches have been recalled by Woolworths. These products were sold in Woolworths Supermarkets and Metros in VIC, NSW,…
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BoM forecasts damaging winds for Thursday
A warning has been issued by The Bureau of Meteorology for large parts of Victoria, predicting damaging winds for Thursday morning. Gusty winds will develop…
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Budget delivers on election promises
All election promises made on the 2022 state election campaign trail in Monbulk and Bayswater have been funded in the 2023/24 Victorian budget. In Bayswater,…
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Second minor earthquake hits the hills
On Tuesday 22 May a minor magnitude two earthquake that was felt around the hills just before 7pm occurred, the second shock felt in the…
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Montrose residential aged-care thankful for volunteer’s efforts
Volunteers dedicate their time to the betterment of others and are a symbol of selflessness and service for us all. At Mercy Place in Montrose,…
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Emerald’s newest pharmacy opens
To accommodate the growing town up in the hills, Emerald has welcomed a new pharmacy. The Emerald Wellness Pharmacy was officially opened on Sunday 21…
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Treasurer hands down 2023/24 Victorian state budget
The 2023 Victorian state budget has focused on reducing spending in the shadow of ballooning debt across the state, as the government has funded election…
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Drivers urged to buy newer, safer cars
In an effort to address the concerning number of people dying in older vehicles, the Transport Accident Commission is urging prospective car buyers to prioritise…
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Photographic Society calls for changes to Hills Hub in Emerald
With the association calling for new staffing measures and longer opening hours, the Hills Photographic Society is asking Cardinia Shire Council to improve accessibility to…
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Alpaca stud farm in Belgrave Heights loses animals to unknown attack
Two Alpacas at a Belgrave Heights stud farm have been mauled in an attack earlier this month, by an unknown animal. Auravale Alpacas owner Lynda…
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Ferntree Gully CFA completes Memorial Garden
Ferntree Gully CFA recently completed work on its Memorial Garden outside the brigade’s headquarters on The Avenue, honouring past life members and their contributions. Brigade…
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