IN the lead-up to this year’s Federal Election, the Mail asked the candidates for the Casey electorate to answer four questions: to tell us about themselves, to tell us a funny story that not many people would know, to tell us what they’re biggest concern was in the electorate and whether they could keep their promises.
Flick through our gallery and find out their responses.
With disasters seeming to become more frequent and severe in Australia, ensuiring our telecommunications are capable of keeping us connected in a crisis is crucial.…
VicEmergency has issued a heatwave warning for Tuesday 27 January. Severe to extreme intensity heatwave conditions will peak on Tuesday and Wednesday and may be felt by the rest of…
The Yarra Ranges Council’s Community Links will be closed on Monday, 26 January 2026 for the Australia Day public holiday. Arts Centre Warburton, Yarra Ranges Regional Museum and The Memo…
The concerning rise of misogynistic behaviour among young men has been brought to the fore as school returns in the Yarra Ranges for 2026. It’s a trend documented by many…
In an act of altruism, the Friends Forever Animal Rescue (FFAR) in Gladysdale donated a ute tray chock full of essential supplies after animal rescues were devastated by bushfires. The…
It’s been a difficult and anxious week for many as bushfires rip through the state, inching close to our own community on Friday 10 January. Marked the worst fire danger…
The 83rd Golden Globes took place on January 12, and I have mixed feelings about the results. Nikki Glaser hosted the ceremony for the second time this year, and once…
Lilydale Lakeside Writers Group A guest article by Leanne Margaret Christine’s Note: Many thanks to local author Leanne Margaret, of Croydon, for sharing her experiences and insights of hosting the…
Cartoonist Danny Zemp reflects on all the negativity in the world. Sometimes, you just need a hug.
An ongoing push for the State Government to restore the Growing Suburbs Fund which supported tens of millions of dollars in infrastructure projects in Yarra Ranges and Cardinia is continuing.…
CFA crews responded to a structure fire in Macclesfield on Wednesday 21 January. The house was already fully involved in fire upon arrival of CFA units and crews worked quickly…
