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History of Coranderrk is continuing

“The history of Coranderrk did not end in 1924. “The stories of Coranderrk continue today through descendants and also by Wandoon Estate Aboriginal Corporation (WEAC)...

Councils ‘financially strangled’ by declining State, Federal Government funding

Talk of ‘eroded’ fiscal climates for local governments have recently been aired in discussions within the council chamber, government inquiries and as major concerns...

Yarra Ranges CCTV register looks to speed up investigations

CCTV footage can be the difference in police solving a criminal incident and not. That's why the Yarra Ranges Neighbourhood Policing is seeking registration...

Local prostate support group goes international

A global circle of support is forming for men impacted by prostate cancer thanks to a new initiative by the Ringwood Prostate Cancer Support...

Summer echidna spotting for science

The summer months bring special moments to those living in the Yarra Ranges as the short-beaked echidna goes about its day and can often...

Hunker down to avoid today’s heat

With extreme heat hitting most of Victoria today, officials across the state are urging Victorian to be prepared. Minister for Health Mary-Anne Thomas has warned...

Entertainment for next year

Burrinja Theatre Ash Grunwald Renowned for his electrifying show, Ash Grunwald has inspired a generation to hit the road in an old van “to surf by...

Gift giving

With Christmas now less than two weeks away, one of the greatest stresses leading up to it is the pressure of finding the right...

Three… Christmas must-haves

The Christmas traditions: Decorate your christmas tree, sing christmas carols and exchange gifts with loved ones. The festive foods: Roasted turkey, mince pies and gingerbread cookies The magical...

Phillips steam iron recalled

Versuni Australia has recalled its Philips PerfectCare 8000 series steam generator as it can split during use. The item is a pressurised steam iron (steam...

Kmart issues two recalls

Two Kmart products have been recalled this week. The Anko soft activity ball, a multicoloured soft play ball with rattles on two sides, has been...

WorkSafe urges businesses to wrap up the year safely

WorkSafe is urging employers and workers to slow down and think during the holiday rush, because everyone deserves to wrap up 2024 safely. The festive...

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Young donor recipient encourages Victorians to register and give hope

Young heart transplant recipient Milly Johnston and her family are issuing a plea to Victorians to give the gift of hope this holiday season...