Ranges Trader Star Mail
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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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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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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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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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Flowery family fun at Blue Lotus Water Garden
With the pressures of Christmas now over, I’m sure many parents are looking for ways to keep the kids entertained over the school holidays. The…
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Discover the spirit of Killik
Killik Handcrafted Rum was born in the hills of Belgrave with a single ambition-to bring Australian rum back into the spotlight. In a world where…
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Fragrant and fresh
Just an hour from Melbourne, nestled in the charming hills of Olinda, lies Australia’s most exceptional tea experience. Tealeaves, a family-run business with over 30…
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Free travel for young Vics
More than one million young Victorians will benefit from free public transport from 1 January with the new youth myki now available to purchase online.…
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Into the mountains: How a Hallam construction worker conquered 100 miles
At just 26, Hallam runner Ejaz Ahmed completed the Great Southern Endurance Run (GSER) 100-mile (162 kilometres) ultramarathon for the very first time, finishing seventh…
