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Warburton a popular destination over long weekend
Last week’s long weekend saw a flood of visitors to Warburton, packing the car parks and taking in the surroundings and what the township has…
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Canberra holds memorial service to honour Queen Elizabeth II
Federal politicians, public servants and distinguished guests joined together for a memorial service for Queen Elizabeth II at Parliament House on Thursday 22 September, the…
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Latest round of Get Active Kids vouchers available
Eligible families for the Get Active Kids voucher program can apply for vouchers of up to $200 and use them at registered sporting clubs and…
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Petition to increase fuel reduction burning tabled in Parliament
The Howitt Society’s e-petition calling for an increase in fuel reduction burning has been tabled in State Parliament, sponsored by Shadow Assistant Minister for Public…
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Optus hack exposes customer information
Former and current Optus customers in the Yarra Ranges may potentially have had their data breached following a cyberattack on the telecommunications company. Upon discovering…
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Covid-19 nasal treatment beginning clinical trials
A nasal medication that could reduce transmission of Covid-19 in homes and hospitals will soon begin clinical trials in Victoria. If the trials prove effective,…
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Yarra Ranges Council conducting animal registration visits
Yarra Ranges residents are advised to make sure they have their pets registered, with Community Safety Officers visiting a number of properties around the municipality…
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Millgrove couple are Solar Savers
Beth and Ian were worried about who to trust to buy and install solar panels from before they signed up for Solar Savers. The Millgrove…
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Yarra Ranges Council includes telecommunications improvement in state election advocacy
The Yarra Ranges is no stranger to natural disasters, with both destructive storms sweeping through and bushfires setting the green hills ablaze in recent times.…
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Seville CFA give out annual awards
Seville Rural Fire Brigade CFA held their Annual Dinner and Awards Night at Payne’s Rise Winery recently, recognising the fine efforts of their members. Former…
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Local day care provider honoured with national family day care award
Foundations Family Day Care coordinator Kathi Hewitson has been recognised for her fantastic contribution to day care, named Australia’s Family Day Care Coordinator of the…
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Masks no longer required on public transport
As Covid case numbers continue to dwindle well below their winter peak, masks will no longer be mandatory to wear on public transport. From 11.59pm…