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Anger, worry as changes to music therapy announced for NDIS
The power of music for children and adults with a disability cannot be understated according to a Yarra Ranges music therapist and her client....
Quarry Lake closed due to poor water quality
Routine water quality testing at the Ferntree Gully Quarry Reserve Lake has detected E. coli bacteria at levels that can pose a risk to...
Free camping begins across Victoria
Government has boosted regional tourism this summer by making camping free in every national park and state forest in Victoria.
Minister for Environment Steve Dimopoulos...
Report reveals about 12,500 people facing homelessness over 10 years died within a year...
A new feature report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has delved into the outcomes of people who have received support...
Survey points to support for new national parks but Victorian Government says not ‘on...
A report by the Redbridge Group at the request of the Wilderness Society and Victorian National Parks Association has shown a desire from Victorians...
McConnon, Elliott and Hendricks lead Tigers rout
A five-hit day from Wade McConnon, supported by four-hit days by Jordan Elliott and Josh Hendricks were the catalyst for the Upwey Ferntree Gully...
Young Chloe remains missing
A young teen girl that was reported missing in Upper Ferntree Gully has still not been found.
Police media said on Monday 2 December...
Monbulk Bowlers Triumph over Top Side
Saturday pennant for Metro Bowls. Bucketing rain and glimpses of sun and everything in between. Yes, everyone without a roof got wet, but really,...
Mad Mile pothole shuts down left lane
Drivers along the mad mile stretch of Burwood Highway between Upper Ferntree Gully and Upwey had to contend with a newly formed pothole in...
World-first social media ban passes in bid to keep children safe
A world-first ban on social media for people younger than 16 will lead to less harm and better outcomes for children, the prime minister...
CFA announces fire danger period for Yarra Ranges, Maroondah and Knox
The fire danger period will be enforced for residents of the Yarra Ranges, Maroondah and Knox from mid-December.
CFA has announced fire restrictions for the...
AusNet energy resilience fund opens for round two applications
Applications are now open for the second round of Energy Resilience and Energy Education and Literacy Grants under AusNet’s $12 million Energy Resilience Community...
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Three… essential actions to foster a culture of inclusivity
Learn About Different Cultures: Take time to learn about and appreciate different cultures, traditions, and histories. This can be done by reading books, watching...
