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‘He will be hugely missed’: Tributes flow for environmental warrior
Tributes have flown after the passing of well-known Dandenong Ranges conservationist Darcy Duggan. Mr Duggan sadly died from leukaemia on 31 October. He has been…
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Teamwork to deliver meals to those in need
The Belgrave Tecoma Township Group (BTTG) has joined forces with local cafes and a charity to address an increasing demand for donated meals this year.…
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Photographer’s vision claims prestigious prize
A Ferntree Gully photographer has taken out a major prize in this year’s Victorian Community History Awards. Nick Anchen was awarded the Judges’ Special Prize…
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Deer plan ‘dashes hopes’
Environmental groups throughout the outer eastern suburbs and beyond have raised concerns about the State Government’s latest deer strategy. The Government released the Victorian Deer…
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Local parents protest destruction of Djab Wurrung trees
A group of Dandenong Ranges parents protested on the main street of Belgrave recently in solidarity with the Djab Wurrung people, after a tree was…
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Have your say on container deposit scheme
Residents throughout the Yarra Ranges are being invited to have their say on a proposed container deposit scheme (CDS) for Victoria. The State Government has…
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New-look fire safety sessions
CFA’s District 13 Headquarters will team up with Montrose CFA this month to conduct the region’s first virtual fire safety session. Virtual Fire Safety Essentials…
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Praise for libraries
The staff at Eastern Regional Libraries (ERL) are being applauded for their efforts in keeping the community reading during lockdown over the past few months.…
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Council to intervene on derelict site
Yarra Ranges Council will arrange for work to be carried out on a derelict site in Belgrave, after the site’s owners failed to address building…
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Planned burns for outer east
Smoke may be visible in Melbourne’s outer east today, with planned burns in Olinda and Gembrook set to be ignited. Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic)…
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Fairy tale friendship brings community joy
Two neighbours from Upwey have taken Spoonville to the next level, by creating an entire fairy village for families to enjoy. Jan McGuckian and Kate…
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‘Near death experience’ sparks concerns for car park safety
Calls are being made for the Olinda Playspace car park to be upgraded, following a close call with a falling tree branch at the site.…
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