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National Autism Strategy and associated Action Plan, great start to help autistic community
The federal government has released the National Autism Strategy and an associated Action Plan for the first time at the commonwealth level.
The strategy and...
Drawn to fantasy – kids got creative at Belgrave Library
Young artists joined Tony Midson from Thrive Art Studio on Thursday 16 January from 2pm to 3.30pm for a fun and creative workshop at...
Getting ready for bushfire
As the Dandenongs and Yarra Valley enter the pointy end of the fire danger period, local brigades have ramped up their community engagement activities.
This...
Community Bushfire meeting tonight in Sassafras and Ferny Creek
A community bushfire preparedness meeting will be held this weekend in Ferny Creek by local CFA
Sassafras and Ferny Creek residents are invited to attend...
‘Pop up’ food market approaches in Upwey
People in the Upwey and Hills community have been invited to a food relief pop up stall next week in Upwey.
Foothills Community Care...
A ‘Walk and Talk’ to end commercial kangaroo killing
Woori Yallock resident and former President of the Australian Wildlife Protection Council Peter Preuss is passionate about protecting kangaroos in the Yarra Ranges and...
Inland, beach water safety reminder mounts after January rescues, drownings
Victoria’s summer has been blessed with a string of warm weather days encouraging beach and river attendance but with that comes an increased risk...
A growing hazard: the pileup of waste on Wellington Road
A large pile of rubbish on Wellington Road near Ryans Road in Belgrave South has become a growing safety concern for local residents.
The...
Visitor calls for action on Olinda’s neglected toilets
A Melbourne visitor’s recent experience with public toilets in Olinda has sparked concern over the state of facilities in the popular tourist town.
Glenda...
Driver hospitalised after rollover crash on Paky Rd
A male in his 30s has been transported to Dandenong Hospital in stable condition following a single-vehicle rollover crash on Paky Road, near the...
Knox move your way returns for 2025
Knox City Council has announced the return of the Move Your Way program for 2025.
The program will run from 17 February – 2 March...
Community Bushfire meeting tonight in Sassafras and Ferny Creek
A community bushfire preparedness meeting will be held in Ferny Creek tonight by local CFA
Sassafras and Ferny Creek residents are invited to attend the...
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EarlyAct: Getting in on the “Act” at Emerald Primary School
In May 2024 the Rotary Club of Emerald and Dist. formally launched an EarlyAct Club at Emerald Primary School. EarlyAct is a service club...
