$14K grant to help revive Kalorama Park’s bushland
Friends of Kalorama Park, a community group dedicated to protecting and regenerating the natural environment of the Kalorama Park, has secured a $14,000 grant...
Youths arrested
Three youths have been arrested by police after being seen driving a car that was reported stolen from South Melbourne.
On Wednesday 27 November,...
Gendered violence reporting remains at fore
As the 16 Days of Activism campaign begins to again work towards the end of gendered violence, Star Mail took a look back at...
Ferntree Gully residents urge VicRoads to maintain highway overgrowth
A long-standing issue with overgrown grass along Burwood Highway in Ferntree Gully is raising alarm bells for local residents and fire safety experts alike,...
Local takes action in Upwey
A local parent has begun the process of making a change for the safety of school children and pedestrians in her neighbourhood.
Upwey resident...
Tigers too strong for Eagles and Panthers, Wildcats too strong for Tigresses
It was another strong weekend for the Upwey Ferntree Gully Tigers Baseball Club this past weekend, with all four senior men’s teams recording wins...
Storm warning issued as wet weather and wind threaten
A low-pressure trough is moving across Victoria today triggering showers and thunderstorms across the state in warm and humid airmass ahead of the trough.
Severe...
Amandine Thomas hosts book launch at Belgrave Library
Belgrave Library are inviting local members to join children’s author and illustrator Amandine Thomas for a special event of celebrating the release of her...
Ferny Creek students dig in for victory with garden award
Ferny Creek Primary School’s veggie garden has won the prestigious Victorian Schools Garden Award from the Victorian Schools Garden Program (VSGP).
The award was...
Pool zumba a hit
Fun, exercise and laughs have seen the community come together, booking out the free aqua classes being held at the local pools in the...
Moderate thunderstorm asthma warning
VicEmergency has issued a Thunderstorm Asthma alert for most of Victoria.
The moderate warning extends across Central, North Central, North East, South West, Wimmera, Northern...
Celebrating 50 years of community law
Eastern Community Legal Centre (ECLC) hosted its 50th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Monday 18 November. The event offered members, stakeholders, and the...