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Dandenongs group calls for fix to underlying energy costs
While a modest electricity price rise raised concerns across Victoria, a community group in the Dandenongs said the real issue was being overlooked – what’s…
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Homemade firearms seized, man charged in Croydon
A raft of illegally manufactured firearms, ammunition and drugs were among a haul seized by police at a Croydon property, alongside the arrest of a…
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Community gathers to make a difference
Community spirit was on full display recently as locals gathered for a vibrant volunteer event for 2025. Sunday 1 June, saw the Yarra Ranges Volunteer…
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Dog deterrent spray a ‘last resort’ as postie attacks rise
Cited as “a last-line-of-defence” as dog attacks continue to plague Australia’s posties, every post delivery employee will now be equipped with citronella spray. Australia Post…
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College crowned ResourceSmart School of the Year
Lilydale Heights College has been crowned the 2025 ResourceSmart School of the Year for its outstanding environmental achievements at an award ceremony in Melbourne on…
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Honour strikes sweet note
A Coldstream resident has been bestowed with a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the General Division this King’s Birthday. Kenneth Bruce Rowland…
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Peter’s fight to improve firefighter health is honoured
Combining years of medical training with his experience as a volunteer firefighter, Montrose’s Peter Langridge helped revolutionise the CFA’s health monitoring practices over two decades.…
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Half a lifetime of service recognised for Richard
Richard Knight is a name very much associated with the Mooroolbark Miniature Railway as a founding member, but the honour of an OAM was bestowed…
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Mizuno joins the flood of brands opting out of kangaroo products
Animal activists are rejoicing as another major brand, this time Japanese athletic footwear producer Mizuno, is reportedly set to phase out the use of kangaroo…
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Campfire safety urged this long weekend
As Victorians head outdoors to enjoy the King’s Birthday long weekend, fire and land authorities are reminding campers and visitors to forests and parks to…
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Police urge snow travellers to plan ahead as Alpine season begins
Police are looking forward to this year’s snow season and are issuing a reminder to the community about the importance of planning ahead to ensure…
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Landmark find as Leadbeater’s Possum discovered in New South Wales
A landmark discovery has led to further faith for the future of the Leadbeater’s Possum. Believed to only remain in Victorian forests, footage from wildlife…