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Busy weekend for Hillcrest CFA
On Saturday 25 November, Hillcrest CFA was paged out to a switchboard fire. Upon arrival, crews could smell burning cable and were able to narrow…
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Wilds dogs wreaking havoc prompts calls for more management
Increasing wild dog activity in the Upper Yarra is concerning residents who have seen livestock and native animals killed. The Upper Yarra is included within…
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‘Not respectful’: police officers to strike over pay
Thousands of police and protective service officers will go on strike after protracted negotiations over pay and conditions with Victoria Police broke down. The union…
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Operation Spotto detects distracted drivers
Police have spotted more than 80 motorists using their mobile phones while driving during a recent road policing operation across Melbourne. Operation Spotto, conducted by…
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CFA, Ambulance Victoria and Victoria Police personnel prepare for road crash rescue
Local emergency services came together to train a crucial cog in their critical response efforts on Tuesday 28 November. Ensuring clear communication was the key…
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Hillcrest and Yellingbo fire brigades bolstering their vehicles
Two Upper Yarra brigades are set to benefit from the latest round of Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP) grants from the Victorian Government. Hillcrest…
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Rollover left Macclesfield Road in Yellingbo blocked
Macclesfield Road in Yellingbo was left unpassable early in the morning of Saturday 25 November after a truck rollover. A large vehicle had rolled onto…
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Bella O’Hara wins award for her inspiring learning and working journey
A champion of Cire Services’ First Impressions Clothing Exchange (FICE) program has been recognised for her inspiring story of gaining retail-related skills. Bella O’Hara won…
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Floral festivities in Yarra Valley
Floral festivities, food, live entertainment, beautiful views and more were in abundance over the weekend of 25 and 26 of November for the annual Warratina…
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The Pottery Studio makes a triumphant return
A much-loved community craft group is making a successful return after the uncertainty of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Pottery Studio located at Yarra Valley ECOSS…
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Head to Yarra Junction Library for Intergenerational Storytime
In partnership with Your Library, Yarra Ranges Council presents a spectacular Beyond Sparkles and Superheroes Storytime as part of the 16 Days of Activism campaign.…
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Three… ways to show your support
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign began on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence…
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