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Firefighters begin their training for fire season
Forest Fire Management Victoria’s (FFMVic) newest recruits are completing a tough and informative four-week training camp in readiness for the summer fire season. The 42…
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Ferntree Gully man arrested
A Ferntree Gully man was among two arrested over a bungled chemist break-in. Police were called to the Bourke Street, Melbourne, store about 8.50pm on…
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Santa’s coming to Cockatoo
The man in red himself is promising to make an appearance at the Cockatoo Community Christmas Carols. The event will kick off at 5pm on…
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Shop local this Christmas
The Belgrave Traders’ Association is urging hills shoppers to support local businesses this Christmas. The association has installed new decorations in Burwood Highway, with fairy…
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Killer cars
There was plenty of horsepower to get your engines revving at this year’s annual Monbulk Car show, which was held on Sunday, 26 November. Over…
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StopPitt might be stopped
The Southern Dandenongs Landcare Group has spoken out about the lack of funding for environmental groups in the Dandenong Ranges. The advocacy comes after environmental…
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Telopea in turmoil
Meander has raised concerns about the state of the Telopea Steps, which will be used in the upcoming Oxfam Trailwalker event. The group cares for…
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Mad about mosaics
Over the past eight months, Gembrook artist Belinda Conibeer worked with Selby Primary School and local community groups to create an 11-metre mosaic mural at…
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Lunch for the lonely
Cockatoo RSL will make Christmas a little brighter for those who might otherwise spend the day alone. The Belgrave-Gembrook Road venue will host a free…
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No change for Yarra Ranges
The status quo will remain across the Yarra Ranges following the Saturday 24 November State Election. The Evelyn, Eildon, Monbulk and Gembrook electorates followed the…
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Adopt, don’t shop
Animal Aid says anyone considering bringing a pet home this Christmas shouldn’t let the holidays put them off – they just need to be prepared.…
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Never knew I was country
Upper Ferntree Gully singer-songwriter and pianist Benny Allen is launching his debut album, Never Knew I was Country. He’s been a long-time performer and is…