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Transition period led to long-term delays in home care
The release of an additional 20,000 Home Care packages by the Federal Government was welcome news, but has highlighted just how long many older Australians…
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Over $1 million raised at firefighter stair climb
CFAs from the Upper Yarra displayed determination and grit as they successfully completed the 12th annual Melbourne Firefighters Stair Climb (MFSC). On 6 September members…
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Celebrate the love of lavender at Warratina’s Lavender Harvest this November
The Lavender Harvest Weekend at Warratina Lavender Farm is on from the 29 to the 30 November this year. This event promises plenty of engaging…
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Lunar Eclipse
A local photographer, Greg Carrick, went out to Burkes Lookout in Mount Dandenong to capture the different phases of the Lunar Eclipse on 8 September.
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Date change for Belgrave Survival Day
A beloved community event and volunteer committee will see in 2026 with a new date to to better suit the people it serves and give…
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Claim machete bins cost the government $325,000 is false
WHAT WAS CLAIMED Victoria’s machete disposal bins cost $325,000 each. OUR VERDICT False. The calculation method for the bin costs is incorrect. The government says…
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A nighttime spotlighting event for youth will splash light on cryptic nocturnal creatures
Youth will have the chance to illuminate nocturnal animals after dark at the free Nocturnal Spotlighting event as part of the Birarrung Riverfest 2025. The…
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Wildlife-focused walk and talk in Seville
Come join Seville Community House and the Friends of the Creek for an upcoming wildlife-focused walk and talk. The Yarra Ranges Bushlands team will join…
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Lilydale Police searching for missing 13-year-old
Police have appealed for information as they search for a missing 13-year-old boy named Riley. He was last seen at 5.00pm on Sunday 7 September…
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Yarra Ranges Council highlights need for better State Government support
Yarra Ranges Council representatives joined alongside members from Outer Melbourne Councils (OMC) and community groups in late August to call upon the State Government to…
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Silvan planned burn complete
Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) and Country Fire Authority (CFA) have announced the Silvan – Silvan Reservoir East Candling planned burn has finished. The burn…
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Alice in Wonderland screening at upcoming WHYLD movie night
WHYLD’s next movie night on 26 September will show the Disney classic, Alice in Wonderland, at the Sydney Halbish Hall, Don Valley. Located at 22…
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