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Lilydale fitness trainer takes on extreme challenge for GFA
Ever since Ryan Paterson spent time in the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) as a young child he has always given back through the Good Friday…
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Acceptance over judgement this Autism Awareness Month
For those trying to change the landscape of autism acceptance, April’s Autism Awareness Month provides an opportunity to spread the message of accepting rather than…
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CFA gives back to Good Friday Appeal
A number of local CFA crews could be spotted out rattling tins for the Good Friday Appeal on 7 April. Montrose, Lilydale, Mooroolbark and Chirnside…
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Yarra Ranges Council on lookout for new wave of Community Changemakers
Yarra Ranges Council is looking for Yarra Ranges residents interested in creating positive change in their communities, to apply for its Community Changemakers Program. The…
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Almost 9 in 10 child car restraints incorrectly fitted or used in Yarra Ranges Shire
Kidsafe Victoria have issued an urgent call for local parents and carers to regularly check that their child car restraints are correctly installed and adjusted…
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New defibrillator at Nutrien Ag Solutions in Wandin
The continued push for more potentially life-saving defibrillators in the Upper Yarra has received another boost with Wandin North business Nutrien Ag Solutions acquiring an…
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National recognition for Lilydale SES members
Some long serving members of the Lilydale SES received national recognition last month for their involvement and dedication to the emergency response unit. VICSES Operations…
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Neurodiversity celebrated at Coldstream’s Lyrebird College
Coldstream’s Lyrebird College has begun marking World Autism Month with a celebration by students and staff after World Autism Acceptance Day on 2 April. Students…
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CFAs patrolling the streets for Good Friday Appeal
Keep an eye out for your local fire brigade raising funds for this year’s Good Friday Appeal, with CFAs having raised more than $36 million…
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Works begin on Coolstore Road level crossing removal
The new transport hub in Croydon is a step closer with works kicking off to remove the level crossing at Coolstore Road and build a…
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Police to ramp up enforcement ahead of Easter long weekend
Police are warning drivers to take extra care this Easter after three fatal collisions in the first three days of April. At midnight on Thursday…
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Mount Evelyn stroke survivor recognised for courage
Sharing a message of hope after stroke has been a passion of Nicole Gallacher’s ever since she experienced a stroke in early 2019. Now the…