Tag: News
All clear no fear
By Kath GannawayTHE State Government’s ‘10/30’ Right clear vegetation plan announced last week has been met with a mixed reaction with some hailing the...
Spring gardens and shows
RICHLY planted contrasting garden rooms create a feeling of spaciousness. Features Australian species only watered during establishment, colourful exotics including roses and geraniums, ferns...
Open view for artscape
IN TWO weeks’ time when more than 50 artists invite visitors to view their craftsmanship as part of the Yarra Valley Open Studios, none...
Big crowd for small players
By Kath GannawayTHE 2009 DRJFL grand finals at Woori Yallock on Sunday attracted one of the largest crowds seen in recent years for a...
Pave the way
SUPERDRIVES is a well-known, local asphalt paving company that has recently expanded its operations to include ‘concrete’ paving.
For 22 years, Superdrives has been paving...
Reduce the load
THE Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission has reached a pivotal stage in its work with the release of an interim report.
Our communities will find many...
Tree hits CFA truck
Above: Gladysdale CFA Captain Les Hart stands under the garage section of the fire station that was crushed by a falling tree last week....
Drought breaks
By Kath GannawayTHERE was no holding the emotion on Sunday as Yarra Glen Junior Football Club claimed its first junior premiership for the club...
Brumby back to school
Victorian Premier John Brumby chats to Nicole, Tyarra, Zack, Cindy Tamara and Shannon during their Year 8 home economics class. 35530By Monique EbringtonHEALESVILLE High...
Egg tart, naturally
By Kath GannawaySPRING is the ideal time for light meals, alfresco lunches and the first of the warmer-weather picnics.
This delicious caramelised onion tart is...
Spring clean ‘au natural’
Pic lavender, rosemary or geranium to make your own clean, green and beautifully scented home cleaners.By Kath GannawaySPRING cleaning can really get up your...
Freshen up your outdoors
By Kath GannawayDON’T wait until the summer heat starts to beat down … spring is the best time to start freshening up your favourite...