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Three… essential actions to foster a culture of inclusivity
Learn About Different Cultures: Take time to learn about and appreciate different cultures, traditions, and histories. This can be done by reading books, watching documentaries,…
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‘Alarming’ move by Meta raises misinformation fears
Australians are being warned they could be exposed to a tsunami of misinformation with Meta’s plans to abandon independent fact-checking services. The social media giant’s…
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Building a better, stronger health system for all Victorians
The State Government is set to deliver Victorians a better-connected health system – one that ensures patients get the care they need, sooner, and in…
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Help Ambulance Victoria find you with just three words
Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics are calling on the Victorian community to make use of what3words via the Emergency Plus app, describing it as a life-saving…
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Power network aerial inspections headed for Yarra Ranges
AusNet helicopters will be seen flying overhead through the Yarra Ranges later this month as the electricity provider monitors and checks its network for faults.…
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Water warning issued by police after over 100 incidents in first week of 2025
Yarra Ranges residents seeking a chance to take to the water with the warm weather we’ve had in the start of 2025 are being wanted…
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Evelyn MP feels ‘privileged’ to serve in Battin’s cabinet
Evelyn MP Bridget Vallence said she felt “privileged to be a part of Brad’s (Battin) team” after accepting a new and highly ranked position within…
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Upper Yarra residents question Melbourne Water’s erosion management works on the Yarra River
Warburton residents raised questions about some works that began around the turn of the new year along the Yarra River just downstream of Warburton. The…
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Fire risk reduced but still above target in Port Phillip region
Victoria’s Bushfire Risk Management Report for 2023-2024 was released in mid-December last year, sharing the efforts that went into fire management for the year and…
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Keep an eye out and remove the invasive Ragwort weed
A local landcare group is calling for residents across the Yarra Ranges to take action to prevent the spread of a pesky pasture weed. Mt…
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Warburton Emergency Information Radio currently off-air
96.1fm Warburton Emergency Information Radio (ABC) is off air at present due to a power failure at the Mt Victoria TX Australia site. The fault…
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Funding for emergency services finally expanded after desperate calls from volunteers
Christmas came early for the hard-working emergency services volunteers in the community with the announcement of a raft of funding changes Announced on 13 December,…