Opinion
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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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BOOK REVIEW: A worthy read about a female entrepreneur
Delve into the world of a female entrepreneur with a book review of ‘A Spanner in the Works’ by Loretta Smith. A well-written biography illustrates…
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Mount Evelyn’s local road names and their history
Mount Evelyn acquired a stock of local names from the early years of European settlement. People referred to a location by the selector’s name, as…
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CARTOON: Welcoming winter
The first week of June certainly let us know winter was here, with freezing temperatures, snow and unstoppable rain.
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CARTOON: The election is over
This week’s cartoon reflected on the Federal election, a result some may have been happy with, others not so much.
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Safe exercise is the best medicine for osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a major cause of chronic pain, disability and activity limitation in modern Australia. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, around…
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Well played production at 1812
The 1812 Theatre’s May production was the American comedy Till Beth Do Us Part. A comedy touching on fast and enjoyed by the opening night…
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Why Voices of Casey fell short
In the aftermath of the federal election, one of the biggest stories was the elevation of community-driven independent candidates to Parliament. 12 independent candidates were…