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Ferntree Gully CFA hosts first open day since 2019
Ferntree Gully CFA will hold its first open day since before the Covid-19 pandemic on Saturday 26 November, with local groups participating in bringing community…
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Ombudsman findings show only one-in-four small businesses have a disaster plan in place
With recent storms and floods wreaking havoc on the region, Yarra Ranges businesses know better than almost anyone about how natural disasters can be devastating…
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More Victorians than ever have enrolled to vote ahead of state election
With enrollments for the state election now closed, a record number of voters are set to have their say. 4,394,465 Victorians enrolled to vote, creating…
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Olinda businesses lose two days of trading after fallen tree impacts power supply
Businesses in Olinda were left without power for nearly 48 hours after an ancient oak tree split and severed power lines twice on two different…
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Department of Transport continues maintenance on Monbulk Road in Kallista
The Kallista Floodwatch Group has received notice that the Department of Transport will work toward plans for long-term drainage solutions along Monbulk Road, after three…
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$100 million redevelopment to Burnham Beeches features wellness retreat and village square
A $100 million redevelopment of Sherbrooke’s historical Burnham Beeches, first owned by philanthropist Alfred Nicholas, is set to be restored to its former glory through…
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Areas affected by flash floods may be eligible for free clean-up program
A $150 million state and federal co-ordinated clean-up program that includes removing flood debris and waste from kerbsides for residents and small businesses severely impacted…
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Poppies fill Monbulk RSL for Remembrance Day
Over 300 knitted poppies lined the fence and entrance to Monbulk RSL this Remembrance Day, with the community gathering for a minute silence to remember…
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Trains on the Belgrave line resume after disruptions due to power fault
Trains between Upper Ferntree Gully and Belgrave station on the Belgrave Line have resumed after a power fault caused disruptions earlier in the day. Passengers…
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Upwey-Belgrave RSL commemorates Remembrance Day
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, Upwey-Belgrave RSL welcomed members and guests to honour those who have fought and…
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REDcycle plastic bag collection program paused
The REDcycle program, endorsed by both Coles and Woolworths, has announced that it will temporarily pause its soft plastics collection program from 9 November 2022.…
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Unpaid carers encouraged by CFA to prepare ahead of fire season
CFA and Carers Victoria are urging unpaid or informal carers to use a bushfire module aiming to keep everyone safe and prepared this ahead of…
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