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Report recommends increased investment for community health infrastructure
A new report by Infrastructure Victoria has found that investment in community health organisations could play a pivotal role in saving government funds and relieving…
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Emerald Village Association distributes 3000 emergency kits
With fire season just around the corner, a volunteer group from Emerald has been busy packing and delivering thousands of emergency information kits to households…
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Takedown of commercial burglary syndicate responsible for $700K in thefts
Police have busted an alleged syndicate responsible for dozens of commercial burglaries, including one in Chirnside Park, stealing up to $700,000 worth of items. The…
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Fight to save motorbiking events on Sanders Apple Farm escalated to VCAT
The Yarra Ranges Council has rejected over 40 years of evidence from the farm of world champion motorbike racer Daniel “Chucky” Sanders, after the family…
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Two Wandin North trailblazers make way for new bike shed
The cogs are turning on a new bike shed at Wandin North Primary School, thanks to the excellent leadership and initiative of two year-six students.…
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Midday Mayhem in Monbulk
Monbulk was shaken by two separate incidents occurring around the same time just after midday today, 21 August. At about 12.15pm, a truck carrying logs…
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Bail application granted for alleged home invader
A man allegedly involved in an aggravated home invasion in May this year may be back working on a Yarra Ranges orchard following a successful…
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Tradie wins at County Court to make claims against TAC and VWA
A Kilsyth tradie has been granted leave to make claims against both the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) and the Victorian WorkCover Authority (VWA) after suffering…
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Volunteers sow the seed for future helmeted honeyeater habitats
The combined effort of volunteers and students saw 1100 shrubs, grasses and gums planted in Yellingbo to restore habitat for the critically endangered helmeted honeyeater.…
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Vehicle smashes through Monbulk store
A vehicle crashed through the front of the ‘Neat N Clean Dry Cleaners’ on Main Road, in Monbulk around 12.15pm today, 21 August. Police Media…
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Badger Creek and District Men’s Shed opens to community members for one day
A local men’s shed is inviting community members to join its Open Day event. Badger Creek and District Men’s Shed (BCDMS) will open its door…
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Parents and children exchange toys and smiles at toy library opening
Parents and children of Warburton have a new toy library after the grand opening of Brushy’s Toy Library on 21 August. Formerly known as the…
