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Lekker Biltong Slices recalled from Coles Supermarkets
Protea Foods Pty Ltd have recalled two of its Lekker Biltong Slices products due to a packaging fault. The packaging fault has resulted in microbial…
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Council’s free green waste drop-off events
Residents are encouraged to drop off their green waste for free at the upcoming Green waste drop-off events in Pakenham and Lysterfield. The service helps…
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Worsening tree dieback hits Ferntree Gully
Dandenong Ranges residents and bushwalkers have raised serious concerns after noticing trees turning brown east of the popular Thousand Steps. The tree browning, known as…
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Stable One’s Yarra Valley Winter Shelter preparing for high demand
With the cold and wet weather creeping in as winter approaches, the opening of the Yarra Valley Winter Shelter doors couldn’t come at a more…
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Call for community volunteers to join Emerald Museum’s Community Asset Committee
Emerald Museum is seeking community volunteers to become members of its Community Asset Committee. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity for individuals passionate about…
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Hoddles Creek damaged by prospecting sites
Prospecting sites found at the Hoddles Creek Bushland Reserve on 11 May have damaged the reserve’s protected environment. Victorian National Parks Association (VNPA) parks and…
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E-bike recalled
An e-bike was recalled on 28 May after issues with the bike’s battery was reported to heat up and cause fires. The Santa Cruz Heckler…
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If it’s cool to touch, it’s safe to leave: Campfire safety urged this long weekend
As 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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Warburton set to welcome special guest to film festival
Warburton 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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VCAT overturns coffee cart ban in Sassafras
A mobile coffee cart proposed for a site along Mount Dandenong Tourist Road in Sassafras has been granted planning approval following a VCAT decision that…
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Friends of the Creek plant 1000 natives along Wandin Yallock Creek
A group of volunteers put in some hard yakka on Sunday 25 May as they planted 1000 natives along the Wandin Yallock Creek. Seville Community…
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Successful scheme in Belgrave South
Following a Yarra Ranges council meeting on 27 May, residents living on Kirkham Road in South Belgrave will reap the benefits of a successful upgrade…
