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Environment declining and deteriorating according to new report
According to the State of the Environment 2021 report, the health of the Australian environment is ‘poor and deteriorating’ because of pressures such as climate…
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June 2021 storm weather community report a reminder of the work still to be done
A recent report published by Emergency Management Victoria in collaboration with VICSES assessing the damage, recovery and lessons for residents and government agencies more than…
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Cockatoo wildlife shelter receives a helping hand from local IGA
The Bush Babies Wildlife Shelter has received more than $1,000 from Cockatoo IGA as part of its rewards program. Each time a shopper scans their…
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Knox Environment Society display at the Ferntree Gully Library
To celebrate its 40th anniversary, the Knox Environment Society will have taken over part of the Ferntree Gully Library to display native plants and historical…
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Workplace sexual harassment prevention reforms underway
Landmark reforms are underway to prevent sexual harassment in Victorian workplaces as part of the recommendations of the Ministerial Taskforce on Workplace Sexual Harassment. 21…
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Ferntree Gully man charged after police operation on Anderson Street
Police have charged a man with a litany of offences after a lengthy police operation on a property on Anderson Street, Ferntree Gully last week…
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No further mask mandates as cases continue to rise
Despite rising case numbers and pressure on the hospital system, the Victorian State Government has ruled out introducing new mask mandates to try to curb…
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New statewide trauma service seeking providers
A key recommendation of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health system will soon be fulfilled with submissions being opened by the State Government for…
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Two free webinars for parents, carers and educators
Knox City Council will be hosting two free webinars for parents, carers and educators throughout July. On Tuesday 19 July from 7pm to 8.30pm, a…
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Next round of small business ventilation program funding available
The Victorian State Government has announced another round of the $60 million Small Business Ventilation Program will be available. Eligible businesses can access between $500…
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LED replacement in Boronia begins
Works to replace 500 street lights with energy-efficient LEDs throughout Boronia commenced this week. From 15 July, workers will be using an elevated platform to…
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Knox City introduces Empowering Communities project
Knox City Council has introduced the first phase of the Knox Empowering Communities project and is asking for the community to give feedback. “As our…
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