News
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Supporting employers to support carers at work
Meeting carers where they work to offer support and guidance to not only them, but their employer, is the purpose of Different Journeys’ new program,…
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Rotary Bingo night raises support for Knox Nocturnals youth program
People hit the floor for the youth of Knox recently for a lively night of bingo with fun, prizes and community spirit on the agenda.…
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Dig in and swap out: trees for weeds returns to Emerald this September
Unsure how to manage the weeds in your garden? Come along to the upcoming Trees for Weeds swap event in Emerald to learn more. Cardinia…
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Fergie honoured for 25 years
A dedicated community volunteer has been honoured for his time recently in Emerald, as he continues to tend the gardens and gravesides at the local…
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Lilydale’s Melissa Hale appointed to Victorian Disability Advisory Council
A Lilydale local and Mooroolbark Cricket Club player has been appointed to the Victorian Disability Advisory Council (VDAC), set to help provide policy and strategic…
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Road strike under review
Emerald resident and wildlife rescuer Leanne Sultana has welcomed a major step forward in the fight against the escalating wildlife roadstrike crisis along Wellington Road,…
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New owner sought for Grants Cafe
Sherbrooke’s much-loved picnic ground cafe is now closed, as Parks Victoria work behind the scenes to find a new operator to take the reins. The…
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New program launch for CFA: Emerald and Cockatoo trained to respond
Local CFA units in Cockatoo and Emerald will soon be operating in a new way in their areas, so if you are a local calling…
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Knox4Palestine welcomes recognition but calls for more action
Australia will formally recognise Palestinian statehood in a significant diplomatic step aimed at ending suffering and violence in Gaza, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on…
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Sport
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Monbulk secures a finals spot
Football Seniors With a tight race to grab a finals place, Monbulk knew they had to win one of their final two remaining matches. Mt.…
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Monbulk holds off Mt. Evelyn by 3 points
Football Premier Division (Round 17) Seniors: Upwey-Tecoma 11.8.74 def Emerald 10.10.70; Monbulk 5.10.40 def Mt. Evelyn 5.7.37; Officer 9.8.62 def Healesville 8.8.56; Wandin 14.8.92 def…
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Kilsyth joins new state wheelchair basketball league
A six-association wheelchair basketball league has launched in Victoria, with Kilsyth Basketball set to compete in the five-week tournament. Basketball Victoria announced the inaugural Victorian…
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Two scorching-hot favourites for the flag
The two most dominant teams in Outer East women’s football booked their tickets to the big dance on Saturday with Mt Evelyn and Warburton-Wesburn now…
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Monbulk holds off Emerald in low-scoring win
Football Premier Division (Round 16) Seniors: Woori Yallock 20.16.136 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 5.9.39; Healesville 12.8.80 def Olinda-Ferny Creek 12.7.79; Upwey-Tecoma 10.12.72 def Mt. Evelyn 9.8.62; Wandin…
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Hawks Clinch Seven Crucial Wins
FOOTBALL Seniors It was finals-like weather at Avonsleigh as traditional rivals Emerald and Monbulk clashed. The Hawks need to keep winning to secure their spot…
Entertainment
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Greg says to ‘never judge a book by its movie’
Has there been a book that was hard to get through, but worth it in the end? Moby Dick, by Herman Melville. The author continually…
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Birmingham Primary students love escaping to other worlds through books
Eloise – Grade 6 What’s your favourite book and why? My favourite book is You Don’t Know Me by Sophia Bennett. I like it because…
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Merv’s top recommendations and favourite reads
Which book have you just finished or are currently reading? What did you think? The book I’ve just finished reading is Mental State by Dr…
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Monbulk’s masterpiece in Main Street
The township of Monbulk celebrated the unveiling of the ‘Community Keys Piano’ on Thursday, 14 August, embodying the true spirit of the town’s creativity and…
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Healing hikes, painted paths
Dandenong Ranges artist and educator Rain White is inviting the community to connect with nature, memory, and healing through her solo exhibition Bushwalk, currently showing…
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Connecting community to country
Upper Ferntree Gully writer and illustrator Amandine Thomas is inviting the community to slow down, sharpen their senses, and reconnect with nature through Wild Wanderings…
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More than just a game at Monbulk Bowling Club
Bowling enthusiasts and casual revellers alike, brace yourselves for an unforgettable experience at the Monbulk Bowling Club, located at 11 Moores Road, Monbulk. This vibrant…
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Happier ageing with Nurse Next Door and Belgrave’s Beloved Desi
Since opening five years ago, Nurse Next Door Melbourne Outer East has grown into a trusted provider, delivering premium in-home care to clients across the…
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Vibrant retirement living
In the heart of Lilydale, where the lush Yarra Valley meets the Dandenong Ranges, stands Lilydale Valley Views – not just a retirement village, but…
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Customer satisfaction the goal for New Belgrave Motors
New Belgrave Motors are reliable, experienced and always go the extra mile. Owners and dynamic duo Shane and Cindy Taylor say safety is the number…
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Keeping commercial fleets rolling: Fast Freddies brings the workshop to you
Every hour a commercial vehicle sits idle costs money. Whether it’s a delivery truck with a flat tyre on the Princes Freeway, a construction excavator…
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Reigniting hope: How The Avenue School creates pathways to success for every young person
In a world where traditional education doesn’t work for everyone, The Avenue School stands as a beacon of hope, committed to creating an inclusive and…
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Defibrillator donations for the heart of the community
Upwey Community Bank has donated two life-saving portable defibrillators to Belgrave Police Station, which are now available to both officers and the public. Senior Sergeant…
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Students prepare to sparkle in Schools Spectacular
Thousands of students from across the state are gearing up to take to one of Melbourne’s biggest stages as the State Schools Spectacular returns for…
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Police and CFA to host safe plate event
Belgrave Police, along with Belgrave CFA will be hosting a Safe Plate day on Sunday 31 August, between 11am and 2pm. People can come along…
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Mayor draws line in sand
A resident has stepped forward with another question on tiny homes to the council this week as Mayor Jim Child announced both a stop to…
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Kallista students booked in for fun
As part of Book Week celebrations from Saturday, 16 August to Saturday, 23 August, Star Mail reached out to a couple of local schools to…
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Archivist ensures Yarra Ranges’ musical history sings for centuries to come
The Dandenong Ranges Music Council (DRMC) will enlist a professional archivist to digitise decades of music and cultural history and protect it from natural disasters.…