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Life Saving Victoria promotes water safety
Life Saving Victoria (LSV) is preparing for the continued impacts of COVID-19 on water safety, as the challenges of season 2020-21 are expected to persist…
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Be careful with Christmas leftovers
With a shortage of vets nationally and emergency veterinary hospitals already at capacity, vets are urging the public not to allow their pets to consume…
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Don’t get caught out this summer
It’s beginning to look a lot like road trip season – with new research from Mitsubishi Motors Australia (MMAL) revealing one in five Aussies are…
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Bloomin’ beautiful for Christmas
Floral arrangements are a perfect way to add some colour to your Yule time table. Ensure your house is looking its festive, floral best with…
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Yarra Junction residents raises concerns over ‘dangerous’ drains
A Yarra Junction resident is raising concerns around open storm water drains which he deems to be a safety hazard. Peter has been living in…
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Managing festive stress
Christmas can be stressful enough at the best of times. In the midst of a global pandemic, the festive season can feel pretty overwhelming for…
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Pre-planning to save hurt later on
Businesses are being encouraged to do some planning and checks before the holiday period. Environmental Protection Authority’ western metropolitan regional manager Steve Lansdell says a…
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Santa visits the Upper Yarra
Hillcrest CFA enjoyed visiting local families and children with Santa on Saturday 18 December. The tour began at Don Road and Warburton Highway before travelling…
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Chainsaw art exhibit opens at the Warburton Wheelhouse Gallery
Warburton chainsaw artist Shlomit Moria has opened her first solo exhibition at the Warburton Waterwheel Gallery. The show includes several sculptures which have been created…
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Getting prepared for bushfire season
Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) is continuing to prepare Greater Melbourne for the upcoming bushfire season, building on fuel management works conducted throughout the year…
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An increase in support for timber workers through the Victorian Forestry Plan
The State Government has made changes to its Victorian Forestry Plan to support the industry and improve workers’ transitioning out of native logging. The Government…
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Drivers urged to stay safe these holidays
Upper Yarra residents are being urged to stay safe and drive sensibly as we head into one of the most dangerous times of the year…