News
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February 2025, farewell to the paddleboats plus summer weather played havoc
As prep began for the year, there was sad news in Emerald as a local business closed up for good, while the region dealt with…
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A veteran’s tale of 100 years
In 100 years of life, Eddie Ham has travelled from country Victoria to fighting from the air in World War II and back again, fallen…
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In January 2025, the Yarra Ranges braced to lose their ICU
2025 took off quickly and life did not slow down for residents when Upper Ferntree Gully’s Angliss Hospital announced plans for the closure its Intensive…
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Ranges look back for 2025
If it feels like you took a deep breath, blinked a few times and 2025 was over, you aren’t alone. Across the Ranges and Ferntree…
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A moment in a lifetime, across the Hills
The click of a button can capture a myriad of things – moments that can stand people still, in settings across the community to give…
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Head above water: a local swimmer’s cold, quiet, almost
It is choppier than forecasted in the English Channel, and it is colder than usual at this time of the year, but the French coastline…
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Ross reunited with beloved Holden
It was an emotional reunion for a local Holden lover and his beloved Kingswood, which was brought back to life after tragedy two years ago.…
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Cranbourne shop takes best potato cake
Camms Road Fish and Chips in Cranbourne has been awarded Victoria’s favourite potato cake. Premier Jacinta Allan announced the news about two weeks ago. For…
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Seniors at-risk of AI spam and online scam
Have you recently fallen for artificial-intelligence-generated content? Or maybe you’re finding it harder to spot a scam online? You’re not alone — research from Good…
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Lost WWII relic uncovered
A Salvos store has uncovered and returned a long-lost World War II flag that originally belonged to the 2/2nd Field Regiment, and the historic artefact…
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Leapmotor looks to the future
Ding-dong hell! What is the automotive world coming to, with in-car audible alerts and warnings all the go in EVs, especially, adding to the cabin…
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A cinematic milestone – Cameo turns 90
Belgrave’s Cameo Cinema isn’t just a place to catch a flick; it’s a cherished local gem that’s been creating unforgettable memories for nearly a century,…
