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Local renewable energy groups welcomes government’s plan
Local renewable energy groups welcomed the Victorian government’s plan to cut gas use. The government had initially intended to replace gas heaters as well as…
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Tributes flow for Olivia Patullo
Many have been left heartbroken after cherished Cockatoo local Olivia Patullo passed away on 23 June. Full of love, laughter and life, Ms Patullo was…
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Angliss ICU reopens ahead of schedule
Upper Ferntree Gully’s Angliss Hospital has officially reopened its Intensive Care Unit (ICU) ahead of schedule, bringing relief to the community after Star Mail highlighted…
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Life lost in Wantirna in early morning road collision
Tragedy struck in Wantirna early this morning, as a fatal collision between a motorcycle and a car claimed the life of one person. The incident…
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Ministerial permits fast-tracking major projects, including in Boronia
Introduced in 2020 and bolstered in 2023 as part of the Victorian Government’s Housing Statement, the Development Facilitation Program (DFP) was established to speed up…
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Snow forecast for Mt Donna Buang early next week
Fresh snow has been reported at Mt Donna Buang as of Friday 4 July and more is forecast within 3-6 days. There will be some…
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The future of Knox Westfield’s abandoned cinema remains unclear
The old 10-screen cinema at Knox Westfield has been empty for over 20 years, and now, it’s once again sparking the curiosity of locals who…
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Driving economic growth in the Yarra Ranges
$2 million was invested towards seven projects as part of round two of the Community Development Fund – to create jobs and help former forestry…
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Western Renewables Link: Environment Effects Statement community submissions now open
The Environment Effects Statement (EES) and draft Planning Scheme Amendment (PSA) for the Western Renewables Link are now on public exhibition. The community is invited…
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Minister drops hint that Great Forest National Park proposal set to be ignored
National park enthusiasts are furious while other bush users are rejoicing following recent comments by the environment and outdoor recreation minister Steve Dimopoulos. Speaking at…
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Milestone marked for Yarra Junction Primary School Preps
Yarra Junction Primary School celebrated the end of Term Two on Friday 4 July with a special day for the Prep students. Preps were treated…
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Emerald parents create SIL house
An Emerald couple has made a bold move to secure a more independent future for their adult son with a disability, by buying a house…
