News
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State government to end pandemic declaration
from 11.59pm on Wednesday 12 October, Victoria’s pandemic declaration will end after decisions agreed to by all states and territories at the National Cabinet. Victorians…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters launches mentorship program in the hills
Big Brothers Big Sisters Australia asked the local community to support its new mentorship program in the hills at a launch event on Thursday 6…
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Dozens of new mobile towers to be built in the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley
The Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley have received a huge boost to telecommunications infrastructure through Connecting Victoria, with more than 20 new mobile towers announced…
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After hours liquor license fees for World Cup Fees to be reimbursed
Venues in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges are encouraged to apply for temporary liquor licence applications if they wish to welcome customers for coverage…
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Teacher from the Basin Primary School nominated for excellence award
Ruby Russell, a grade five teacher from The Basin Primary School, has been nominated for a Victorian Education Excellence Award in Outstanding Primary Teaching. Ms…
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Emergency services warn locals to prepare ahead of bushfire season and rainfall
Dandenong Ranges residents are being advised to prepare for the upcoming bushfire season and the risk of flooding this spring and into summer, as VICSES,…
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Creative response to storm trauma
On October 29 last year, 21-year-old Willow Swaneveld saw her family home in Cockatoo completely destroyed by a fallen tree during a storm event. The…
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Locals and tourists alike enjoy recently reopened 1000 Steps
With the 1000 Steps finally reopened to the public on Tuesday 4 October, people were out to enjoy the challenging 1.4km walk and the beautiful…
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History groups commended for collaborative project
At a Victorian history awards evening, Yarra Ranges Heritage Network was commended for its travelling collaborative exhibition ‘Power and the People: 150 Years of Local…
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Carer and support work expo in Lilydale campus
On Tuesday 4 October, care and support industry professionals and job seekers visited Box Hill Institute’s Lilydale campus for a chance to answer questions on…
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Exploding gas cylinder injures two in Upwey
Two men have been hospitalised after a fire caused by an exploding gas cylinder in Upwey on Tuesday 4 October. It is believed the fire…
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Knox City Council to consider ‘Lake Knox’ permits by end of 2022
Knox City Council expects to consider two planning permits for the contentious ‘Lake Knox’ development from Development Victoria by the end of the year, after…