News
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Police stop drug drivers
On 24 January, highway patrol stopped a 42-year-old man who was allegedly speeding on Mt Dandenong Tourist Road. Police said the man had a stolen…
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Voices of Casey launches for federal election
Voices Of Casey has launched its campaign to find an independent candidate who represents the views of the community for the next federal election with…
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Vic Emergency advises thunderstorm threat is reduced
Vic Emergency has announced that the severe thunderstorm warning for Greater Melbourne this morning is cancelled, with the threat considered reduced as of 9.34am. This…
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Cockatoo volunteer shares Cardinia Citizen of the Year award
A Cockatoo RSL volunteer has shared the honour of being named Cardinia Shire Council’s Citizen of the Year. Carol Thompson received the honour during an…
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Emerald community legend honoured
The late Margaret Hall has been awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for her service to the Emerald community. Margaret (Marg) and…
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State opposition call for elective surgery to resume
A south-east resident is leading the call for the Victorian Government to restart elective surgeries which had been paused due to the number of people…
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Local youth win big at Council Australia Day awards
Olinda local Harry Bruce-Tennant has won 2022 Young Citizen of the Year at the Yarra Ranges Council’s Australia Day awards. 14-year-old Harry won the award…
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Residents recognised for their commitment to the community
Several local organisations, businesses and people have received certificates of recognition at the Yarra Ranges Council 2022 Australia Day awards for their work within the…
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Extreme heat warning issued for Australia Day
Emergency Victoria has issued an extreme heat warning as of 8.18am 26 January. It is predicted Melbourne will reach a scorching 35 degrees for Australia…
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Dr Graeme Moad appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia
On Australia Day, Dr Graeme Moad added being appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia to a long list of achievements and awards. The…
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Charitable quilter honoured with OAM
Janet McFadyen didn’t believe she’d been honoured with an Order of Australia when it was first announced. “This doesn’t happen to quilters, it happens to…
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How to manage Covid-19 at home
With Victoria recording over 10,000 Covid-19 cases each day, it is important for Ferntree Gully and Dandenong Ranges residents to understand how it can managed…