News
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Election wrap for Monbulk and Bayswater
The Liberal and Labor Parties disagree on many things, but they’ve found themselves in near-lockstep when it comes to funding commitments for schools and sporting…
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Greens candidate for Bayswater Nadia Sirninger Rankin
Nadia Sirninger Rankin is a political newcomer, running for the first time as the Greens candidate for Bayswater in a seat where environmental protection has…
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Trust for Nature targets critical areas for protection
An indicative 100,000 ha of Victoria’s nature on privately-owned land will be targeted for protection by 2030, under a new plan by Trust for Nature.…
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Busiest month on record for VICSES
Volunteers at the Victorian State Emergency Service (VICSES had their business month in history during October, responding to 13,705 requests fro assistance from the community…
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Emerald locals honoured for making a difference
At a ceremony held by the Emerald Village Association on Wednesday 26 October at the Hills Hub, former Emerald CFA captain Paul Yandle was “honoured”…
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Yarra Ranges Australia Day award nominations now open
Yarra Ranges Council is encouraging residents to nominate people who are doing amazing work in their community, with 2023 Australia Day Awards on the horizon.…
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Bi-annual bundled branches collections set to begin
Bi-annual Bundled Branches collection by Yarra Ranges Council will soon begin, giving community members the chance to dispose of woody green waste ahead of the…
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Applications to join the Knox City Council Environmental Advisory Committee close soon
Applications to join the Knox City Council Environmental Advisory Committee close on Monday 14 November. “The Environment Advisory Committee has the important role of informing…
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State government funds new tanker for Gembrook CFA fire brigade
Thanks to a $214,000 state government grant, Gembrook CFA fire brigade crews will be better able to serve their local community with a new tanker.…
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Local RSL branches plan for Remembrance Day
With Remembrance Day approaching, local RSL branches will be holding memorial services throughout the Dandenong Ranges and foothills. Monbulk RSL president Bill Ford said the…
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Emerald RSL to unveil memorial plaques on Remembrance Day.
On Remembrance Day, Emerald RSL will unveil seven memorial plaques and the opening of a new car park, with hopes Friday 11 November will bring…
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Preschool to be rebuilt at Mount Dandenong Primary School
After the kindergarten’s original building was deemed uninhabitable in the June 2021 storm event, Yarra Ranges Council has confirmed a site for Mount Dandenong Preschool…