News
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Cartoon: 23 days to go
Cartoonist Danny Zemp depicts a hilarious grinch Ibis looking dismayed as Christmas rolls around this year.
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Coldstream Primary School’s LEGO League legends take on Nationals
A group of Coldstream Primary School students are getting a solid foundation in STEM through the medium of LEGO and robotics. Competing at the FIRST…
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Man dies in fatal Mooroolbark hit-run
Police have launched an investigation after a 28-year-old Lilydale man was killed in a suspected hit-and-run collision in Mooroolbark early on Friday morning. Emergency services…
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Exciting new venture for Mooroolbark Men’s Shed
The Mooroolbark Men’s Shed has embarked on a new venture, opening a store in the centre of town to sell the beautifully handcrafted items made…
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Health provider announced for Lilydale urgent care clinic
A Lilydale health provider has been confirmed to operate and run one of the newest Medicare urgent care clinics in Victoria, and the only one…
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It is always the time of year to volunteer
Friday 5 December marks International Volunteer Day, a celebration and recognition of the integral work and efforts of volunteers across the globe. 3.3 million Victorians…
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Victoria Police ramp up roadside drug tests
Victoria Police will conduct an extra 25,000 roadside drug tests every year, expand the use of technology to catch unauthorised drivers and reduce paperwork so…
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Kilsyth school secures over $1.1 million for major upgrade
Ghilgai School in Kilsyth is set to undergo a significant transformation after securing $1.15 million in State Government funding to modernise its facilities. The funding…
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Eight years on, the Ringwood Repair Cafe is stronger than ever
Marie Beale and her fabulous team at the Ringwood Repair Cafe have just celebrated their eighth birthday. Launched on 17 November 2018, the Ringwood group…
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Sport
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Women’s opening stand of 155, Umesh and Goodwin five-wicket hauls
Last Saturday, three of Kilsyth Cricket Club’s men’s senior teams commenced two-day matches, while the Third XI, the U14s and U16s were washed out, and…
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Kilsyth’s Dylan Smith snares 5/16 in T20 knock-out match
Last Tuesday, Kilsyth’s First XI played Norwood in the Wild Card Knock-Out Round of the RDCA T20 Tournament at Mullum Mullum Reserve. Norwood won the…
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Soggy Saturday stops play
After intense rains during the early morning of Saturday, only a select few got to grace the field to play some cricket in the afternoon.…
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Will Beard snares Remembrance Day medal, club record Women’s XI partnership at Kilsyth
Last weekend, Kilsyth Cricket Club’s top four men’s senior teams, as well as the U12-3’s and U16’s, completed two-day matches whilst the Women’s First XI,…
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Solomons slams 76 off 29 balls in T20 match
Last Tuesday, Kilsyth Cricket Club played Warranwood at Quambee Reserve Main Oval in Round Four of the RDCA T20 Tournament. It was the second match…
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Mixed results for Mt Evelyn
A mixed bag of results for the Mt Evelyn Cricket Club over the weekend with four of the six senior games going down to the…
Entertainment
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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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Pastel delights for all
A celebration of vibrant colour, the Pastel Society of Victoria, Australia’s (PSVA) exhibition ‘Pastel Artistry’ opened to the public on Saturday 1 November at the…
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Woorilla poetry event approaches…
A beloved community literary event with international acclaim is fast approaching in Emerald. The Emerald Hub will host the annual Woorilla Poetry Prize once more…
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She Shapes History comes to the Yarra Ranges
A little online storytelling can go a long way, and locals may have noticed the stories and scenery of some amazing figures from Yarra Ranges’…
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Halloween fun in the Ranges
Halloween hotspots across the outer east braced themselves on Friday as trick or treaters gathered to hit the streets for 2025. Upper Ferntree Gully is…
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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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Fernwood Chirnside Park celebrates a milestone year of growth, renovation and national recognition
2025 has been a transformative year for Fernwood Fitness Chirnside Park, marking one of the most exciting chapters in the club’s history. After months of…
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A legacy of excellence and innovation
Nestled in the heart of Lilydale, AG Automotive has been a cornerstone of the community for over three decades. Established in the 1980s, this family-run…
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Doggo dress-ups are back
Get ready, dog lovers—your favourite furry fashion event is returning! Doggo dress-ups are back again this year with the much-loved Pups on Parade and Fashions…
More News
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First food waste delivery at Lilydale’s new renewable energy hub
Lilydale’s new food waste to energy facility has received its first commercial food waste delivery, marking a major step toward a cleaner and more sustainable…
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Doctor accused of toilet filming faces 775 more charges
Police will lay an additional 775 charges against a junior doctor from Croydon, accused of filming staff in toilets across three major hospitals. Ryan Cho,…
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The perfect fit: Rachel’s love of people led her to fulfilling employment
Rachel Ovari, 22, loves what she does for work, and she’s grateful every day for the opportunity to have found fulfilling employment. Living with a…
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‘Double catastrophe’: builder collapse pain compounded
Claims to a taxpayer-funded housing insurance scheme were plagued by poor communication and a lack of transparency, leaving some to experience a “double catastrophe”. In…
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Know your places of last resort in a bushfire emergency
When it comes to being prepared for bushfire season, knowing your places of last resort is vital. While getting out early is encouraged first and…
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Carols return to Lilydale
It’s nearly Christmas time again, and Lilydale Township Action Group are excited to announce that they will be holding Carols in the Park on Saturday…