News
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Floral Carpet to return for spring
The once well-known spring ‘floral carpet’ of the Dandenongs will once again debut this year in October as the Tecoma Centenary Committee continue to mark…
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Tunes for Teens
On Sunday September 15, Olinda Community house will be the station for music, food and festivities. Three stages, craft and recycled clothing stalls and performances…
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Casey MP Aaron Violi urged Federal Government to announce its grant winners for local sporting clubs
Federal Casey MP Aaron Violi called out the government in the House of Representatives on 19 August, highlighting their lengthy delays that have left Seville…
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Community fears for Great Forest National Park Proposal
On Sunday September 8, a convoy of 70 cars wound its way down the c511, journeying from Warburton to Cumberland Junction and then through Marysville…
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Blitz is on in the Yarra Ranges
Only days into biodiversity month and enthusiastic community are snapping pictures of plants and animals all over the Yarra Ranges. As of Monday 9 September…
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Three… ways to celebrate R U OK Day
R U OK? is a national suicide prevention charity and registered public health promotion encouraging people to stay connected and have conversations that can help…
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Possible sightings of Xavier who is still missing after nearly a week
After a few possible sightings, police continue to appeal to the public for any information about a young boy last seen in Monbulk who has…
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Outstanding service award for CFA member
CFA is at the heart of John Schauble’s commitment to community service. This week the long and varied contribution of the Sassafras-Ferny Creek Fire Brigade…
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Illegal tree nets take deadly toll
Illegal fruit-tree nets are taking a rising, deadly toll on grey-headed flying foxes, such as the colony in Doveton’s wetlands. After a disturbing spate of…
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Councils, individuals eligible to apply for disaster assistance
Storm-impacted communities like the Yarra Ranges and Cardinia will be able to access disaster assistance after a joint announcement from the Australian and Victorian Governments.…
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Alleged drunk driver crashes through Tecoma residents front yard
After allegedly crashing into the front yard of a person’s house a Ferntree Gully man has had his driving licence suspended and is expected to…
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Victoria’s healthcare discussion: are there answers?
The discussion surrounding Victoria’s Healthcare sector has reached monumental levels and the topic of funding is at its very centre. Fuelling the fire, the Victorian…