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With rising data leaks and scams, a warning to be careful where you donate money to
Before donating to charity this Christmas and festive season, heed the warning of the national charity regulator. Acting Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commissioner Deborah Jenkins…
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Vitamin D deficiency linked to premature death
Despite its ample supply around Australia, one in three adults still suffer from mild, moderate or severe vitamin D deficiency from a lack of exposure…
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Saving fuel on your holiday road trip
If you’re hitting the road on a Christmas or new year holiday this year, here are the top tips for saving fuel along the way:…
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The best tips for avoiding fires over the festive season
The Alan Boswell Landlord Building Insurance experts have compiled the best tips to avoid fires over the festive season: Firstly, be careful with open flames.…
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Don’t let your parcel get stolen this Christmas
With Christmas just around the corner and online shopping becoming the norm, the criminal act of stealing delivered parcels from a person’s front porch or…
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BEST OF FEBRUARY: Construction begins on RidgeWalk project
State, Federal and Local governments came together to celebrate a milestone on an important project championed by Yarra Ranges Council. This story was originally published…
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BEST OF FEBRUARY: Why have no women nominated for the Streeton Ward by-election?
After the resignation of former Streeton Ward councillor Cathrine Burnett-Wake triggered a by-election, the Star Mail explored why no women nominated for the Yarra Ranges…
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Victoria’s cheapest car to run in 2022 revealed
Victoria’s cheapest car to own and operate is the MG3 Core light Hatch according to RACV’s Annual Car Running Costs, costing motorists $734.84 per month.…
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Avoid hurting your pets this Christmas with leftovers
Vets are urging the public not to allow their pets to consume any human foods from the Christmas table, with a shortage of vets nationally…
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Best floral arrangements for Christmas
Floral arrangements are great way to keep the house lively and colourful, so here is a list of some of the best flowers for the…
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Road trip tips across the festive season
Before Dandenong Ranges residents hit the road for some much-needed time away, it’s important to prepare and be ready to tackle a long journey. Here…
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BEST OF JANUARY: Battle of Belgrave development receives VCAT resolution
In January, Belgrave residents celebrated a hard-fought victory against development near Main Street, after VCAT sided with Yarra Ranges Council to reject Pulitano Properties’ planning…