Firewood collection season opens
With autumn upon us it means the firewood collection season has opened to those who rely on wood during the colder months.
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Creating a garden of contemplation in Kilsyth
Volunteers have been working hard to restore a dilapidated garden to its former glory while giving it a new purpose.
Mieke Alexander and a...
Fire preparedness a priority at St Mary’s Primary
Being surrounded by 17 acres of bushland in Mount Evelyn, St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is in an idyllic natural setting but with that...
Fundraising a success for the Cowey-Selman Kokoda Award
A fundraising plant sale held by Lilydale, Mt Evelyn and Monbulk RSL sub-branches has raised enough money to send a student to trek the...
PCR test payments to close
As of yesterday, Tuesday 1 March, Mount Evelyn residents awaiting the results of a Covid-19 PCR test won't be able to receive a State...
Social housing reforms scrapped by State government
The Victorian Government has decided to no longer proceed with proposed reforms to the social housing sector, following criticism from industry groups and local...
Bree’s back on home soil
Olympian Bree Walker is back on home soil for the next two months after making an impressive debut in the women’s bobsleigh.
Having finished...
MLMC high achievers congratulated by an Olympian special guest
Homegrown in Mount Evelyn, Bree Walker made a special appearance on a smaller stage than she is used to to congratulate some high achieving...
Police Commander and Assistant Commissioner outline goals for Yarra Valley
The newly-appointed Eastern Region Police Assistant Commissioner and Commander have flagged their intention to tackle youth crime and recidivism in the Yarra Ranges.
Assistant Commissioner...
Shed donations to help rebuild family homes in East Gippsland
In a combined effort from a number of groups in the Croydon and Montrose area, a donation of five tool sheds were finally carted...
Social housing system gets an overhaul
Changes to how the Victorian government will supply social housing into the future have been announced, gaining support from local homeless support organisation Anchor....
Cherrygarth and the history of Friedl Gardner’s beautiful property
A piece of history in Mount Evelyn is soon to be divided but before it does become two properties, it seemed only fitting to...