News
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School in the hills hits the market
Ever wanted to own an entire school? with a local school has hit the market after closing its doors to the Monbulk community in December…
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Helping isolated elderly people stay connected
Elderly people are often at risk of becoming isolated and lonely, and one organisation is trying to connect those needing social interaction with people happy…
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Mentorship program launches crowd funding campaign for “community buy in”
A recently launched program in the Dandenong Ranges is crowdfunding to promote “community buy-in” and future sustainability for one-on-one mentorship for young people. In 2021,…
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Local brigades help fight Flowerdale grass fire
CFA members throughout the Dandenong Ranges are helping respond to a huge grassfire in Flowerdale, which continues to burn into a third day. The fire,…
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The benefits of play on display
While new research revealed most Australian parents recognise the importance of child play, some still believe it’s a ‘waste of time’. The Latest Royal Children’s…
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Local petitions council for new walking track to Birdsland Reserve
A local has started a petition to make Birdsland Reserve more accessible from Upwey by building a walking path from Hazelvale Road across Yarra Ranges…
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Police arrest man from The Basin in relation to stolen car and dog
Two men have been arrested after a car with a dog inside it was stolen in Brighton early on Wednesday 22 February. A 20-year-old man…
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Olinda pavilion gets solar boost
After Yarra Ranges Council secured $250,000 through the state government’s Growing Suburbs Fund, the Olinda Pavillion is set to become home to solar panels. Hilltop…
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Roshena Campbell named Liberal candidate for Aston
Roshena Campbell has been announced as the Liberal Party candidate for Aston for the Saturday 1 April by-election, after the decision was taken out of…
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Previewing next month’s Permaculture Week
Permaculture Week in the Yarra Ranges is coming up next month and features a jam-packed schedule of events. Following Yarra Valley ECOSS’ Ectotopia Festival on…
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Public forum on green burials at Selby Community House
A public forum on green burials will be held at the Selby Community House on Wednesday 8 March from 7pm, with two sisters passionate about…
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Upwey arborist a world champion tree climber
Not many people can say they’ve climbed to the top of their field. Arborist Barton Allen-Hall is the world champion in tree climbing, having won…