News
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School zones return for Term Three
Drivers on the road in the mornings and afternoons are urged to take care as school zone speed limits are in place again this week…
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Consumer win in card surcharge cut as business bristles
Removing surcharges fees on debit and credit card transactions could save consumers more than $1 billion, but small businesses say the changes will just hide…
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War against vapes not over yet despite falling rates
Shifting social norms are slowing the number of young people being hooked on vapes, but Australia isn’t out of the woods yet, an expert has…
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Fire services warn of deadly cigarette fire risk
Victoria’s fire services are issuing a strong warning about the serious risks of smoking indoors, as it remains the leading cause of fatal house fires…
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10th anniversary of local charity
This year marks the 10th anniversary of a Healesville-based charity. Good Deed Garage, founded by Healesville resident Cliff Overton, is a charity which raises funds…
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Social cost of gambling estimated to have reached $14.1 billion in Victoria in 2022-23
A study released last month by the Victorian Government has revealed the shocking impact gambling has on the state’s population just a year. The ‘Social…
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Exciting events coming up for Yarra Ranges youth
The Yarra Ranges Youth Development team are hosting their second Council Career Open Night on Thursday 24 July 4.30 to 7.30pm at the Lilydale Civic…
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Appeal for information on suspected corella poisoning at Springvale
The Conservation Regulator is appealing to the public for information on the suspected poisoning of approximately 150 corellas at Springvale South over the weekend. Staff…
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Firefighters on stair climb for cause
Healesville Fire Brigade volunteers will run up the 28 floors in September for a cause. The annual Melbourne Firefighter Stair Climb (MFSC) will be held…
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Service gap a revolving door for women fleeing violence
Women and children escaping family violence are being “ping-ponged” between services, as support sectors try to manage inadequate resources and critical underfunding. In Victoria, family…
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Poisoned birds under investigation
A local wildlife health centre once again played a key role in the investigation of wild bird carcasses in Melbourne’s southeast suburb. About 400 corellas,…
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Yering Primary just one of hundreds to join Water Watchers program
Primary school students across the Melbourne’s north and east are learning about the importance of saving water, with Yarra Valley Water’s fast-growing Water Watchers education…