News
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Report reveals about 12,500 people facing homelessness over 10 years died within a year of seeking specialist support
A new feature report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has delved into the outcomes of people who have received support from…
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Survey points to support for new national parks but Victorian Government says not ‘on the agenda’
A report by the Redbridge Group at the request of the Wilderness Society and Victorian National Parks Association has shown a desire from Victorians to…
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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 Tigers…
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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 that…
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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, what…
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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 the…
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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 says.…
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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…
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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 Fund…
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Bushfire shelter options designated in Yarra Ranges
Leading up to the hot and dry season, Yarra Ranges Council confirmed the designation of bushfire shelter options within the municipality during the latest meeting…
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Long-awaited long service award
Yellingbo resident and a long-time committee member and former president of the Sheep Station Creek Reserve was nominated for a long-service award by the Department…
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‘It’s not acceptable’: crowd walks to end violence at Lillydale Lake
Universal support for ending gender-based violence flooded Lillydale Lake on Tuesday 26 November as the community walked for awareness. The second annual Walk Against Family…