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In memory of Val Woodman
A staple member of the Rotary Club of Upper Yarra and beloved resident Valda Margaret ‘Val’ Woodman has passed away, at the age of 94.…
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Yarra Ranges Councils calls for the LGA to be considered ‘peri-regional’
Yarra Ranges Council is hoping to reclassify the LGA as ‘peri-regional’ to open up more funding opportunities from the State Government. Currently classified as metropolitan,…
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Reefton CFA’s first female captain calls for new recruits
A shuffle of roles at Reefton CFA has resulted in Sue Jack becoming the brigade’s very first female captain. With a big recruitment drive as…
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Warburton CFA stepping up for Stair Climb
The Warburton CFA is stepping up to support those suffering from depression, PTSD and suicidal thoughts in the 9th Annual Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb. At…
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New firefighter initiative to help at-risk people in home fires
An online learning module has been launched to help support older people and those with disabilities to plan for fire emergencies at home. The new…
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Scalding hot water poses risk for kids in winter
With children around Australia suffering severe burns and scalds each year, hot water in baths and showers are proving to be a leading culprit. The…
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Melba Highway still closed following fatal crash
Upper Yarra drivers are advised the Melba Highway between St Hubert’s Road and Maroondah Highway still remains closed following a fatal crash in Yering this…
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Yarra Junction resident calls on Yarra Ranges Council to remove their trees
A Yarra Junction resident has called on Yarra Ranges Council to remove trees on their Milners Rd property. Tabled at the Yarra Ranges Council’s Tuesday…
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Calling for firefighters ahead of future bushfires
Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) is looking for people in Greater Melbourne, who are after a challenging and rewarding job helping protect Victorian communities for…
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Rural and regional mental health workforce expanded
The Victorian Government has announced a Regional Mental Health Workforce Incentives program, which aims to attract and retain workers in state-funded mental health and alcohol…
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New film celebrating NAIDOC Week and the push for change
During NAIDOC Week, two filmmakers discussed their new film in a webinar celebrating those who have driven and led change across Aboriginal and Torres Strait…
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Health Minister encourages Victorians to stop the spread with masks and working from home
With Covid-19 cases skyrocketing in Victoria, the State Government is requesting employers consider asking employees to work from home and for Victorians to mask up.…
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