Upper Ferntree Gully illustrator captivates kids at Belgrave Library
An Upper Ferntree Gully resident has made a name for herself in the Dandenong Ranges with her love for writing and illustrating children's books....
Delivering local priorities in Aston
The government continues to boost the liveability of Melbourne’s east, with federal funding delivering road and community infrastructure projects across Aston.
Federal Minister for...
One billion containers reached on the first anniversary of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme
On the first anniversary of the introduction of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS), the state is celebrating another major milestone.
One billion containers have been...
A sprinkle of fairy dust delivers locals a little free library
As is by magic a little free library has popped up recently in The Patch, giving readers young and old a new and lovely...
Yarra Ranges Council convene to endorse 2023-24 Annual Report
Despite the current caretaker period as votes for Council elections continue to be counted, Yarra Ranges councillors convened on Tuesday 22 October to endorse...
Spring tales told of lives lived in Emerald
The Narre Warren and District Family History Group Inc. held their annual spring cemetery walk-through on Sunday 27 October.
Lovely weather and scenery combined with...
Ferntree Gully resident wins prestigious senior award
A Ferntree Gully resident has been awarded the 'Healthy and Active Living Award' at the 2024 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards at Government...
Over 4700 Ateco LDV cars recalled
4785 Ateco LDV D90 model cars with a year range of 2017-2024 have been recalled.
Due to a manufacturing defect, the T-Piece connector in the...
Yarra Ranges Christmas Window competition returning soon
Businesses across the Yarra Ranges are being urged to get into the Christmas spirit by decorating their storefronts, as part of Council’s annual Christmas...
Community invited to shape Ferntree Gully Cemetery
The 'Have your Say' consultation by Knox City Council remains in full swing and residents of the Knox municipality are being invited to give...
‘Celebrating Monbulk’ through a vibrant and artistic style
The art event in Monbulk started just a few months ago to celebrate the local community and on Saturday 25 October, a big gathering...
Nation’s sick state of readiness for pandemics unmasked
Australia is less prepared for a pandemic than it was in 2020.
Covid-19 exhausted the nation's healthcare systems, public service and economy and the federal...
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Funding and promises for a CCTV network
More than a decade ago, the first of a network of CCTV cameras were promised to keep the community safe and deter crime in...
