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Cire Community School to launch at former Mountain District Christian School grounds in 2024
After acquiring the former school grounds of Mountain District Christian School earlier this year, Cire Services will add to its community schools in Yarra Junction,…
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Wear Teal for Tourettes this May
Sophie Stack has lived with Tourette Syndrome since she was five years old. A neurological condition typified by involuntary, repetitive movements or ‘tics’, for the…
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Free financial Literacy workshops for women
Knox City Council and Eastern Community Legal Centre have partnered to run three free financial Literacy workshops for women at the Knox Civil Centre. “Financial…
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Government review leaves Cantebury Road upgrades up in the air
A review into some of the country’s biggest infrastructure projects has been ordered by the Federal government with the potential to include the proposed Canterbury…
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Koolunga Native Reserve consultation on the table once again
Knox City Council has released the draft future directions plan for Koolunga Native Reserve, and local residents have the chance to have a say on…
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Pop-up donor centres in Upwey during May
Red Cross will be hosting pop-up blood donor centres in late May throughout Upwey. “One in three people in Upwey will need blood during their…
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Crackdown on vaping and smoking continues
The Australian Government has committed to stamping out the use of vapes and discouraging switching to smoking as lung cancer continues to kill more than…
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Hills Ukulele Festival returns to Emerald Primary on Saturday 20 May and Sunday 21 May
Emerald Primary School will become the stage for the Hills Ukulele Festival on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 May, featuring international guests, local artists and…
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Volunteers as changemakers
From food banks to animal shelters, volunteers play an essential role in the success and sustainability of our local community organisations. Volunteering is the backbone…
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35 years of the Emerald Ladies Probus Club
The Emerald Ladies Probus Club will be celebrating 35 years of existence this May, offering a place for retired women to meet for “friendship, fellowship,…
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Look closer in your own backyard
The public has been invited to get creative in their own backyards with a free online webinar on nature journaling on Sunday 21 May, through…
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Popular Barista Bros dairy drinks recalled
Barista Bros Double Espresso, Iced Chocolate, Espresso and Mocha (500ml and 700ml bottles), best before 30 September 2023 onwards, have been recalled by Coca-Cola Europacific.…