News
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New township group prepares for meeting
Belgrave and Tecoma communities interested in bringing expertise or gaining experience in a new committee and meeting new people are invited to the annual general…
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McMahons Road and Burwood Highway Upgrade Works Wrap Up
The new look Burwood Highway and McMahons Road, Ferntree Gully intersection is now open following the completion of major works on the project. Coming in…
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Growing sustainability one can at a time
From saving a few extra dollars to supporting the health of the environment, the state’s container deposit scheme has proved popular in the eastern suburbs.…
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Recycling truck forced to empty waste in carpark after fire
A recycling truck caught fire on Miller Road in The Basin on Tuesday 27 February, likely caused by a battery or gas bottle being put…
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Storm recovery carries on
Storm recovery continues across Victoria and the SES in Emerald and Knox have reported massive and ongoing devastation in their local areas. The recent storm…
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Motorhome hits Emerald woman, crashes into store verandah, police investigate
Emergency services worked to help a woman struck by a motorhome in Emerald on Wednesday 28 February. At about 10am, the vehicle which was parked…
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Vale Jeanette Furmedge
Silvan resident and community member Jeanette Furmedge has been recognised as “determined” and having a “full life” after her passing on Wednesday 14 February. Cub…
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Power infrastructure, community resilience focus of $10 million AusNet fund
AusNet announced a $10 million Energy Resilience Community Fund (Community Fund) on Wednesday 28 February with a focus on supporting local recovery efforts and enhancing…
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Teens charged after an aggravated burglary in Ferntree Gully
Eastern Region Crime Squad detectives have charged two teenagers after evading police following an alleged aggravated burglary in Ferntree Gully this morning. Investigators allege that…
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Road worker dies after being pinned by truck
A Ferntree Gully woman has died after being wedged between a ute and a truck while at work. The road worker died in hospital following…
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Charges laid after rooftop protest
Charges have been laid against a group of pro-Palestine activists after they allegedly climbed a rooftop at an engineering company in Bayswater. Police have charged…
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Extreme fire danger declared for central district
An extreme fire danger day has been announced for Wednesday 28 February, with a total fire ban also in place for the central district. Much…