News
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Bail application granted for alleged home invader
A man allegedly involved in an aggravated home invasion in May this year may be back working on a Yarra Ranges orchard following a successful…
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The wrong fit: children with autism moved off NDIS
Children with autism who rely on the NDIS for support will be diverted to a new program, touted by disability groups as a “once-in-a-generation” reform.…
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Badger Creek and District Men’s Shed opens to community members for one day
A local men’s shed is inviting community members to join its Open Day event. Badger Creek and District Men’s Shed (BCDMS) will open its door…
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Supporting employers to support carers at work
Meeting carers where they work to offer support and guidance to not only them, but their employer, is the purpose of Different Journeys’ new program,…
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‘No silver bullet’: review calls for childcare shake-up
Childcare workers should be able to have their clearances pulled based on unproven allegations, a snap review has found. The sweeping review of Victoria’s childcare…
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Ending greyhound racing could save taxpayers $450m
Ending greyhound racing could save taxpayers in one state hundreds of millions of dollars as another jurisdiction moves to phase out the sport. Victoria will…
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Your Library releases new four-year strategic plan
Your Library Limited has launched its new four-year strategic plan, setting a clear and confident direction for one of Victoria’s largest public library services. The…
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Protecting schools from bushfire season
Local schools have received grants from the Victorian government to clear vegetation growth and reduce the risk of fire for the upcoming bushfire season. Badger…
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Police seeking Leslie Scott McMaster
Leslie Scott McMaster is wanted on Warrants. Police are seeking the whereabouts of 42-year-old Leslie McMaster who is wanted on warrants relating to theft, driving,…
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Healesville wants urgent care
There are hopes the tender for the Casey Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) site will still consider applications from surrounding towns after an advance tender notice…
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Residents, owners urged to give feedback on erosion management
Yarra Ranges Council is inviting community feedback on proposed updates to the Erosion Management Overlay (EMO) mapping in the Yarra Ranges Planning Scheme. The consultation…
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Cults under inquiry
Hearings for an Australia-first parliamentary inquiry into cults wrapped up on 31 July after submissions from Victorians all over the state, including one influential case…












