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CARTOON: Get Fact

Meta's decision to stop fact-checking across its platforms didn't go unnoticed by cartoonist Danny Zemp.

A story about tensions in tough times

A review of Gemini Falls by Sean Wilson By Christine Yunn-Yu Sun If you like Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird, then you'll...

Seth’s take on all things Golden Globes

The 82nd Golden Globes took place on January 6, and I have mixed feelings about the results. Comedian Nikki Glaser, the first solo female host...

State Forests are Great Forests

I write in rebuttal to Lindenmayer, Taylor and Rees’ ‘Opinion’ piece “The Great Forest National Park” (GFNP) as published by the Mountain Views Star...

The best cartoons of 2024

The cartoon genius of Danny Zemp was rife in 2024, with his take on key issues, news stories and things happening around the Yarra...

Dracula by another name

Nosferatu Starring Bill Skarsgard, Lily-Rose Depp and Nicholas Hoult Rated M 4.5/5 The fourth film from writer-director Robert Eggers, Nosferatu is a tremendously tense horror masterpiece. In 1838, Thomas...

Explore, prepare, enjoy

Welcome to 2025. The new year means 12 months of events, of community projects, or engagements, of exciting possibilities for every one of us,...

Becoming a joyful reviewer

My new year's resolution for 2025 is to be a joyful book reviewer. Why? Because, after four years of writing the “Passion for...

Letter: Community generosity helps HICCI

On behalf of Healesville Interchurch Community Care Inc (HICCI), I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all who generously donated to...

Top 5 books reviewed in 2024

With Christmas fast approaching, it is time to reflect on the progress we made in 2024 while planning new projects and fresh goals for...

CARTOON: Merry Christmas

Thanks to everyone who has enjoyed this year's cartoons. Cartoons will continue with more creative ideas next year.

Supporting children’s mental health during these challenging times

Proper nutrition plays a critical role in brain function, emotional regulation, and overall well-being. In fact, certain nutrients have been shown to help manage...

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Training GPs on the rise in welcome sign for improved access...

The number of training General Practitioners (GPs) in Victoria is on the rise in a positive sign for improving access to medical care. Data from...