Tag: News
Volunteer shadowing important for Philanthropic Collective
As a volunteer-run charity, feeding over 100 people in the Yarra Ranges, The Philanthropic Collective values the interest from community leaders, no matter where...
CFA volunteers to keep up tradition of tin rattling for Appeal
Country Fire Authority (CFA) volunteers will once again hit the streets and rattle tins to fundraise for the annual Royal Children’s Hospital Good...
Volunteers needed to get young people on the roads
A program that supports young people in getting their licence has been struggling to keep up with the demand since the return to 'normal'...
Preparing for a ride around the state on a postie bike
It’s 1500 kilometres over five days but for those taking part in the Bridge Builders Postie Bike Ride, it’s much more than just a...
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.
From 1...
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...