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Yarra Ranges Council is running a series of drop-in sessions for residents to come and chat directly to staff, ask questions, get clarification and report…

Shifting social norms are slowing the number of young people being hooked on vapes, but Australia isn’t out of the woods yet, an expert has…

Removing surcharges fees on debit and credit card transactions could save consumers more than $1 billion, but small businesses say the changes will just hide…

For a third year The Rotary Club of Emerald and District and Puffing Billy Railway have collaborated for a spectacular event: The Train of Lights…

A study released last month by the Victorian Government has revealed the shocking impact gambling has on the state’s population just a year. The ‘Social…

One more striking piece of artwork from a new series of sculptures for the ngurrak barring has recently landed in the Montrose town square. Titled…

Victoria’s fire services are issuing a strong warning about the serious risks of smoking indoors, as it remains the leading cause of fatal house fires…

A ‘P’ plater driver has been caught by Police speeding in Emerald yesterday. The 19-year-old probationary driver was fined and will lose his licence after…

The scheduled of approval of grants provided by Knox Council to provide both emergency relief and minor grants for the community has led to confusion…

Women and children escaping family violence are being “ping-ponged” between services, as support sectors try to manage inadequate resources and critical underfunding. In Victoria, family…

Yarra Ranges Council is inviting the community to help shape the future of the town centre in Upwey. Feedback received will help with the development…

Electric vehicle (EV) users in or visiting Knox will now face a new fee for overstaying their welcome at local charging stations. An ‘idle fee’…