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Proposed US legislation could ban the sale of kangaroo parts in the States
Donald Trump’s tariffs might be the most talked-about topic in Australian exports at the moment, but another potential policy in the US could have a…
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FTG’s Eastern Ranges find the ‘care’ they need
Families at Eastern Ranges School in Ferntree Gully are embracing the newly expanded High Intensity Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) program, which is now available…
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From Schoolyard to showyard: Monbulk plants the seeds of success at its first garden show
Monbulk Secondary College has made a standout debut at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, marking the school’s first-ever entry and earning the distinction…
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Anko glass flip pickle jar recalled
Glass jar with two compartments designed for storing fruit or vegetables in liquid have been recalled. The affected product, Anko glass flip pickle jar, can…
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Neighbourhood watch launches new vehicle security quiz to combat rising theft
In response to growing concerns about vehicle theft and items being stolen from vehicles across Victoria, Neighbourhood Watch, supported by RACV, has launched How safe…
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Looking after Yarra Ranges
Yarra Ranges Council crews have been busy, making the community spaces better every day. Across Lyster and Streeton Wards, the crews recently completed the following…
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Creative writing workshops for people with autism
Healesville-based authors are calling people with autism to participate in a series of writing workshops they are hosting. Auti-magination successfully taught creative writing skills to…
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Upwey gets a dash of sparkle
The Dandenong Ranges community may have noticed Upwey now has some additional feature lighting twinkling away in the autumn night in two of the trees…
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Prepare for severe weather
Severe weather from thunderstorms, heavy rain to strong winds is expected across Yarra Ranges later today (20 March). These conditions can increase the risk of…
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Free Healthy Breakfasts Saving Families Time And Money
More than 1,100 schools are now serving free, healthy breakfasts due to the Allan Labor Government’s School Breakfast Clubs Program – giving busy families one…
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VCAT approves FTG construction and traffic management plan
A new residential development in Ferntree Gully has been given the green light, but with a range of strict conditions after a recent hearing at…
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Kallista residents worry new facility will “grow” problems
Residents in Kallista are up in arms over a proposed medicinal cannabis farm that could soon become a neighbour in their tight-knit community. The proposed…