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CFA urges caution over burn-offs
Despite fire restrictions ending, CFA is urging residents throughout the Dandenong Ranges to exercise extreme caution when burning off. Since the Fire Danger Period ended…
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RSPCA and FFAR happy with budget funding that recognises the value of animals lives
The Victorian Government has recognised the state’s love for animals with huge announcements of funding and reform for the animal welfare sector in the 2022/23…
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Applications for Bould-Young (Cardinia) Kokoda Award open
Applications for the Harold Bould – Wilma Young Kokoda Award are now open for year 10 students enrolled in schools across Cardinia Shire, giving one…
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Yarra Ranges Council grateful for for family violence prevention support
Yarra Ranges Council said it is thrilled at the support and funding from the Victorian Government to help put a stop to family and domestic…
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Victorian 2022/23 budget spends big on education
The Victorian 2022/23 budget has allocated $1.8 billion for building new schools and upgrading existing facilities, with a focus on upgrading special schools. The budget…
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Upgrade to intersection at McMahons Road and Burwood Highway receives funding
An intersection at McMahons Road and Burwood Highway in Ferntree Gully has received funding to be upgraded with lights in the 2022/23 State Budget. Two…
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State Government promises big spending on infrastructure
Reduced spending certainly isn’t on the table for the State Government, with huge expenditure to revitalise the Victorian economy announced in the 2022/23 budget. With…
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Pop-up Upwey blood donor centre in May
A pop-up blood donor centre in Upwey will be open from May 23 to 27 at 1443 Burwood Highway. Operated by volunteers from Australian Red…
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State Government focuses on healthcare in 2022/23 budget
Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas handed down the 2022-23 Victorian state budget on Tuesday April 3, with a focus on healthcare, infrastructure and education to guide…
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Climate Council confirms community survey’s insurance findings
Community reporting on rising insurance costs and the barriers residents and businesses face to fully insure properties throughout the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges has…
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Elite confectionery products recalled due to salmonella fears
Food Standards Australia issued a recall on behalf of Benedikt Imports Ptd Ltd on Friday 29 April, for all Elite confectionery products, including Elite Chocolate,…
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No offers or EOI for Salvos Land in The Basin
The Salvation Army has yet to receive an offer or expression of interest on a historical block of land in The Basin. Representatives from the…