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Dinghy donation helps disabled
A new sailing boat is making it more accessible for people with a disability to go sailing on Lillydale Lake. The boat was donated to…
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Mechanics Institute secures lasting legacy in Emerald
A generous donation by the Emerald Mechanics Institute to the Emerald Library is one of the largest in the region and will have ongoing benefits…
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TRY it out
Youth Mentoring Initiative ‘Try Mentoring’ is seeing a shortage of volunteers in the Dandenong Ranges, and leaders say they need your help. Try Mentoring connects…
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Fight for the hills
Upper Ferntree Gully Fire Brigade’s Black Saturday ordeal actually started on the Friday. Captain Peter Smith said one of his trucks was already away on…
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Suds and snags for CFA
Mount Evelyn Fire Brigade volunteers washed cars for cash on Australia Day. The fund-raiser at Mount Evelyn Fast Fuel has become a 26 January tradition,…
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Belgrave Survival Day
Belgrave Survival Day again provided an alternative way to mark 26 January. For the 12th year, the event celebrated the survival of indigenous culture on…
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Every RSL wants a Betty
Montrose’s Betty Crittenden has been a dedicated Mount Evelyn RSL sub-branch member for more than 35 years. Yarra Ranges Council applauded her efforts with a…
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Trevor’s lifetime of service
Ever been to the Monbulk Police Station? You have Trevor Ricketts to thank. The 86-year-old served as the town’s Business and Traders Association president when…
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Robyn plays her part
“I’m a very small part of a group.” Robyn Speering, Yarra Ranges Council’s Environmentalist of the Year, is every bit the typical humble award recipient.…
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Celebrating our best
Australia Day is a great opportunity to celebrate those who’ve made outstanding contributions to our communities. And this year there was no shortage of Yarra…
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OAM for skiing stalwart
The first time Raoul Picot came to Mt Baw Baw was with the scouts in mid-1955. “I first skied at Mt Baw Baw back when…
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Starting the conversation
Belgrave’s Emma Taylor didn’t accept her Australia Day award at Yarra Ranges Council’s ceremony on 26 January. She received her certificate of recognition from Mayor…
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