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Two Yellingbo CFA firefighters recognised at Spirit of CFA awards
On Sunday 17 July, CFA members from across the state gathered to recognise significant efforts from our volunteer firefighters in 2020 and 2022 at the…
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June 2021 storm weather community report indicates the work still isn’t over yet
Emergency Management Victoria and VICSES have published a report assessing the damage, recovery and lessons for residents and government agencies of the June 2021 storm…
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Reforms being established to help prevent workplace sexual harassment
Landmark reforms are underway in Victoria to act upon sexual harassment in the workplace, as part of the recommendations of the Ministerial Taskforce on Workplace…
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Skip bin sets alight in Launching Place
Reports of a fire in Launching Place were reported on Monday 18 July. A CFA spokesperson said 2 CFA tankers attended the scene. “CFA crews…
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New VicRoads hub officially opens operations
Following the closure of the Mooroolbark VicRoads, the new VicRoads Customer Hub in Ringwood is the closest centre to service the Upper Yarra. The Maroondah…
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No further mask mandates as cases continue to rise
Despite rising case numbers and pressure on the hospital system, the Victorian State Government has ruled out introducing new mask mandates to try to curb…
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Three… facts about July
1- Numerous countries celebrate their national holiday in July, including the United States (4 July), the Phillipines (4), France (14), Canada (1), Belguim (21) and…
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More level crossings being removed along Lilydale line
Buses are set to temporarily replace trains on the Lilydale line until the last service on Sunday 24 July as it will be lowered into…
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Providers sought out for new statewide trauma service
Submissions have been opened by the State Government for providers to run the new Statewide Trauma Service (STS) – a key recommendation of the Royal…
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Yarra Ranges features in new thriller TV show, Hunted
Hitting screens on Sunday 17 July on Network 10, Healesville and Emerald are set to feature as some of the settings for Hunted. ‘Hunted’ is…
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Another round of funding for ventilating small businesses available
The Victorian State Government has announced another round of the $60 million Small Business Ventilation Program will be available. Eligible businesses can access between $500…
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Yarra Ranges World War 2 Veteran hits a century
A Yarra Ranges resident who celebrated her 100th birthday earlier this month had a special visit to mark the milestone. Long-time member of the Lilydale…
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