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News
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Toolangi CFA targeted by thieves
Mountain Views Star MailThe Toolangi Fire Brigade have shared that they were affected by theft overnight on Sunday 1 June. Someone who has taken fuel and a battery…
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Greyhounds gather as one to support FightMND
Mountain Views Star MailThe Greyhound Racing industry is gathering as one and hopes to make a big splash, raising funds for Fight MND. In support of this, Healesville…
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Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed as Chief Opposition Whip
Lilydale Star MailCasey MP Aaron Violi has picked up a new role in the Opposition following the federal election. Mr Violi has been appointed the Chief Opposition…
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Frozen cream rolls recalled in Victoria
Mountain Views Star MailChinar Bakers Pty Ltd are conducting a recall of its Frozen Cream Bun 250g and Frozen Eggless Cream Roll 250g products. This is due to…
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Campfire safety urged this long weekend
Mountain Views Star MailAs Victorians head outdoors to enjoy the King’s Birthday long weekend, fire and land authorities are reminding campers and visitors to forests and parks to…
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Low-paid workers receive ‘catch-up’ real wage boost
Mountain Views Star MailMinimum wage earners will take home an extra $32 a week in pay after the industrial umpire handed nearly three million low-paid workers a wage…
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Rotary Clubs face off
Ranges Trader Star MailThe friendly rivalry between the Rotary Clubs of Berwick and Monbulk was reignited once more as the two clubs gathered for the 53rd annual Funno’s…
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Possum’s magical new sanctuary
Mountain Views Star MailA pair of Leadbeater’s Possums have settled into a new habitat adjoining the Healesville Sanctuary, providing the Victoria’s animal emblem a chance to establish a…
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Anchor launches and connects
Ferntree Gully Belgrave Star MailAnchor has launched its end-of-financial-year support drive in the outer east and joined forces at the same time, with a local radio station supporting their…
Sport
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Yarra Glen River Pigs pummel Powelltown on the field
Mountain Views Star MailYarra Glen travelled to Powelltown and were greeted with perfect, sunny conditions. The reserves started the day for the footballers with the Under 18s having…
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Lilydale Croquet Club celebrate a successful season
Lilydale Star MailOn Monday 26 May, South East Metro Croquet Competition held their presentation day for the Autumn season. Although it was a cold start to the…
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Winner’s circle for Healesville soccer seniors and juniors
Mountain Views Star MailResounding victories for Healesville’s Senior Men and Women capped off a day of wins. Healesville Senior Men 3-0 Lilydale Eagles: In the VCFA’s match of…
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Boronia’s defending champ returns to Alexandra Speedway
Ranges Trader Star MailIt is without question the biggest Speedway community party of the season – the season ending Alexandra Speedway 100 Lap Derby weekend where thousands come…
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Tough losses for the Valley
Upper Yarra Star MailReserves: The Yarra Valley reserves headed to Endeavour Hills to take on St Paul’s in an effort to get their season back on track. Regular…
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Mt Evelyn holds off Monbulk by just five points
Upper Yarra Star MailFootball Premier Division Seniors: Upwey-Tecoma 13.10.88 def Emerald 9.12.66; Mt. Evelyn 10.8.68 def Monbulk 8.15.63; Healesville 9.6.60 drew Officer 8.12.60; Wandin 22.14.146 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 7.6.48;…
Entertainment
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Warburton is set to welcome a special guest to film festival
Mountain Views Star MailWarburton is gearing up for the annual Warburton Film Festival, with a special guest appearance from a multi-award-winning director and producer. The festival is taking…
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Between sky and peaks
Ranges Trader Star MailWinter will see themes of collaboration, connection and being in place expressed through art for a two-month exhibition at Burrinja Gallery in Upwey. After a…
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Huge success of Hills Act Theatre Company’s first play
Mount Evelyn Star MailHills Act Theatre Company successfully brought down the curtain for its first production. The first production the company put on was Breathless by Deborah Mulhall. …
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Council nod for Oonah plan
Mountain Views Star MailThe issue of Oonah Belonging Place development was brought up again at the latest council meeting. After a lengthy discussion, Yarra Ranges Council (YRC) resolved…
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Community films tackle storm prep
Lilydale Star MailA township group has jumped at the opportunity to create a series of fun and engaging community education films to help people tackle weather events…
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Wandin smashes Gembrook Cockatoos with a goalfest
Upper Yarra Star MailWandin hosted Gembrook Cockatoo on 31 May, a beautiful early winter’s afternoon, and Gembrook Cockatoo came ready to test themselves against the league leader. Lots…
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Tigers win by single point
Upper Yarra Star MailWoori Yallock faced Olinda Ferny Creek at the Woori Yallock Recreation Reserve on Saturday 31 May in a closely fought match, as the two teams…
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Dr Karl drops in – virtually!
Lilydale Star MailThe kids at Birmingham Primary school got a visit from the famous Dr Karl last week with an inspiring zoom chat which covered everything from…
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Emerald welcomes Fernlea Community House
Ferntree Gully Belgrave Star MailOn Saturday, 31 May, the Emerald community and neighbours from surrounding areas came together to celebrate the official opening of Fernlea Community House, a place…