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Spruced up Kalorama Park opens to all
An iconic long term art and nature project has reached another milestone, with Regeneration – The Listening Place waiting to be discovered in Kalorama Park.…
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CFMEU hit with $171,500 penalty for ‘improper’ conduct at Melbourne sites
The Federal Court has ordered the CFMEU and four of its officials to pay $171,500 in penalties following a series of unlawful disruptions at Melbourne…
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Deadly year on the roads
Road safety will remain a key focus for Victoria Police in 2026 following another tragic year on the state’s roads. There were 288 lives lost…
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First total fire ban declared for central districts as temperatures rise
The first total fire ban of the season has been declared for much of the state as temperatures are set to soar on Wednesday 7…
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Photos that shaped 2025
When flicking through the newspaper or browsing stories online, photos really do make a story what it is. These photos encapsulate joy, community connection, commemoration…
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Latest Victorian crime stats show serious family violence-related assaults at highest levels since 2016
The Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) released the Victorian recorded crime statistics for the year ending 30 September 2025 last month. Here’s a breakdown of the…
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Local Freemasons donate $55k to Interchange Outer East sibling program
The Freemasons of the Monash Gully District, together with the Freemasons Foundation Victoria, have proudly funded the Interchange Outer East Sibling Program since 2009. The…
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Heatwave forecast across Victoria
A heatwave warning has been released by the Bureau of Meteorology this week, kicking off summer with a bang, with an expected high of 41°C…
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Pilots reach destination between dawn and dusk
Well, they did it, all 2518 kilometres from inland Victoria to the coast of far north Queensland within the hours of dawn and dusk. Pilots…
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Sport
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Tributes flow for former AFL, Mustang player Phoenix Spicer
Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this story contains images of deceased persons. Local and state AFL clubs are mourning the death…
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Some important wins and significant losses to round out 2025
After an inconsistent month of weather, all cricketers took the field for the second last weekend of cricket for 2025, with the Mt Evelyn Cricket…
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Mighty sporting achievements from 2025
Kynon earns national cap For the first time in six years Lilydale Swimming Club was represented at nationals even after a tumultuous two years of…
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Matt Harper and Daniel Caton lead Kilsyth’s bats
Last weekend, Kilsyth Cricket Club’s men’s and junior teams played one-day matches with two half-centuries scored. Matt Harper was in great form for the Third…
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Gibbs captures 5/24, milestones celebrated for father, son
Last weekend, Kilsyth Cricket Club celebrated three senior games milestones. Veteran Stewart Gibb, in a record 48th consecutive season for the Club, played his 550th…
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Mount Evelyn mount up to the challenge
According to Guns and Roses, nothing lasts forever in the cold November rain…except for the rain, it seems. For the second week in a row,…
Entertainment
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Powerful stories told through art and entertainment
Haul of awards for talented Lilydale theatre cast, crew From costumes to lighting, lead roles and supporting roles, Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre Company (LATC) won 15…
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The creative scene across the Valley and Ranges
The arts and creative scene across the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges offers something for everyone. And better yet, there are so many free galleries…
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Christmas window winners announced: Spreading festive cheer across the Shire
The Yarra Ranges Council has officially announced the winners of its highly anticipated annual Christmas Window Display Competition, celebrating the incredible creativity and festive spirit…
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Celebrating Christmas in Kilsyth
Some extra Christmas joy arrived at the Kilsyth shops last week (Monday 1 December) when members of the Kilsyth Community Action Group (KCAG) delivered specially…
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Evan helps bag world record
It’s a long way to the top… if you wanna smash a bagpiping world record. A crowd of 374 bagpipers in Melbourne’s Federation Square has…
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Nun-centred bundle of laughs, song and dance
The charming tale of Sister Amnesia and her journey to becoming a country music star will once again grace the stage in Lilydale, as Nunsense…
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Challenge meets charm
Nestled on the doorstep of Victoria’s world-renowned Yarra Ranges, Gardiners Run Golf Course offers a distinctive blend of natural beauty, intelligent design, and modern facilities,…
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Reconnect with nature, stay, explore
Enjoy some tranquillity, and perhaps meet new people along the way. Lilydale Pine Hill Caravan Park offers a range of amenities and activities, making for…
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Soar to new heights
Take your family on an unforgettable adventure aboard the Arthurs Seat Eagle, a thrilling gondola ride that soars high above the stunning Mornington Peninsula. Whether…
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All female dental clinic
Valley Dental Family Clinic is an all female clinic based in Lilydale. The clinic is owned by Dr Rupali Prabhu and Dr Sonali Prabhu. Rupali…
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Staying connected at Christmas
With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s time to relax, binge our favourite TV shows and catch up with family and friends. The holiday season…
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Tudor Village residents support Share the Dignity
Christmas is a time for giving, but for many Australians, it’s also a time when the efforts of volunteers make a real difference for those…
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The fascinating tales of decades gone by
A veteran’s tale of 100 years In 100 years of life, Eddie Ham has travelled from country Victoria to fighting from the air in World…
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An event that defined 2025: 40ha bushfire in Montrose
It was an unusually warm day in March that marred the start of autumn for Montrose. Saturday 15 March just before 2pm, firefighters were called…
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A month-by-month reflection of 2025
‘Sneaky’ parking fines lead to frustration of Lilydale traders, residents The 2025 year began with the “concern and anger” of traders, community members and the…
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June sees new erosion management mapping spell issues for residents
In June, new mapping revealed that the risk for landslides in the Yarra Ranges is much higher than previously thought and has prompted the council…
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Call back to ‘Capturing the Yarra Ranges’
The Star Mail’s six-week ‘Capturing the Yarra Ranges’ campaign narrowed in on the dilapidated CCTV network in the region in 2025, proving a hotbed for…
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Supporting early detection
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) launched a new Breast Cancer Awareness campaign, Know Yourself. Feel Yourself, earlier this year, urging women to give their breasts…