Opinion
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CARTOON: Beer tax
A rise in the beer tax may increase the cost for pint, something receiving mixed reactions.
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Top three legal matters people seek free support for
According to Eastern Community Legal Centre (ECLC), the top three legal problems experienced in the Yarra Ranges in 2021-2022 were Family Violence Intervention Orders, Parenting…
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CARTOON: Powers Out
As thousands of Yarra Ranges homes were without power, Danny Zemp thought maybe we were overdue!
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What’s Behind a Name?
Recently a visitor to the Old Lilydale Court House commented on how he loved reading Sandy Ross’ publication What’s Behind the Name? The history of…
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Evelyn MP calls for resident to be able to rebuild after storms
Our community recently marked the anniversary of the 9 June 2021 storms that ravaged townships right across the Yarra Ranges. Floods in Yarra Glen and…
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CARTOON: Fireside chats
Pub going patrons may have noticed like cartoonist Danny Zemp the gravitation towards the fireside these days, with the cooler weather upon us.
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Charm within the cookie-cutter machine
Thor: Love and Thunder Starring Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman and Christian Bale Rated M 3.5/5 Thor: Love and Thunder is another fun and moving comic…
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Keeping well this winter
Now is the time to prioritise your immune system. It’s good to keep warm, get adequate rest and stay well hydrated but what if we’re…
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CARTOON: Attack of the cockatoo
Journalist Tyler Wright explored the concerns of Hills residents last week about the destruction being caused by pesky cockatoos. Star Mail cartoonist Danny Zemp has…
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CARTOON: The effects of overpriced lettuce
People across the Yarra Ranges are feeling the effects of higher prices for essentials like lettuce, while wild deer are not helping the situation, destroying…
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Alan Bennett’s story comes to life on stage
Based on a real incident in Bennett’s life when an old crabby, eccentric, homeless woman, Miss Mary Shepperd was given permission by Bennett to park…
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CARTOON: Traffic jam
While the rail bridge in Lilydale promised improved traffic conditions and less congestion, locals are still puzzled by the seemingly unchanged traffic jam. Cartoonist Danny…
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