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Public artwork ‘Djirra Binak’ opens to all
A striking piece of public artwork was launched with a Smoking Ceremony and education program last week in the Dandenong Ranges. The ‘Djirra Binak’ (Reed…
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Thousands of RACV insurance claims highlight storm preparation necessity
With storms costing Victorians millions of dollars in damage annually and accounting for 80 per cent of all Victoria State Emergency Service (SES) callouts, RACV…
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Council focuses on wildlife safety on Wellington Rd
The Yarra Ranges Council has backed an urgent motion to take action on the rising number of animals being hit and killed on Wellington Road.…
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Damaging winds to rip the eastern ranges
The Bureau of Meteorology issued a severe weather alert which warned of widespread damaging winds throughout the eastern ranges and across the state on Friday,…
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Olinda Precinct receives $13m funding for upgrades
A beloved pocket of the Dandenong Ranges is getting a major upgrade, with the State Government investing $13 million into improving the Olinda Precinct –…
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1200 plants sow the seed for a healthier Yarra Valley
A partnership between conservation groups has seen 1200 plants planted at a community planting day at the Murrummong Vineyard in Gruyere. Led by Regenerating Farms…
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Councils continue to oppose implementation of glass only bin
The deadline for Victorian councils to introduce a kerbside glass recycling bin collection is looming in July 2027 but a vast majority of councils are…
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Finding local support key to prostate cancer journey
For men who are diagnosed with prostate cancer, of which there are more than 70 per day around the country, finding support and guidance is…
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Well-intentioned tribute post stirs up education piece on far-right extremist symbols
In the wake of the tragic events seen in Porepunkah this week, an outpouring of tributes for the two police officers who were shot dead…
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Switching on resilience at Millgrove
A ribbon cutting ceremony acknowledging new energy infrastructure has marked a new era of community resilience in Millgrove. Hosted by Millgrove Residents Action Group (MRAG),…
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Reefton CFA closed until further notice
The Reefton CFA has closed until further notice due to unforeseen circumstances. The brigade would like to reassure the communities of Reefton and McMahons Creek…
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Yarra Ranges Council endorses two motions for animal pound service
Despite the controversial issues raised with Animal Aid in July, the Yarra Ranges Council passed a motion to sign another three-year contract with the Coldstream-based…
