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Information sought after multiple suspicious fires in Yarra Glen
Yarra Ranges Criminal Investigation Unit is investigating a series of fires that occurred in the vicinity of Breakneck Road Yarra Glen on the following dates:…
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Aunty Dot, one of six trailblazing Victorian women
A Healesville woman, who devoted her life to First Nations people and culture, was selected as one of six Victorian women to be represented in…
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Traders see value in CCTV but ‘struggling to survive’, no free funds
The term “fallen on deaf ears” was how Mooroolbark Traders and Community Group president Geoff Earney described the process of gaining new funding or any…
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Vital infrastructure but no funds keep Lilydale in limbo
As the first of the townships to gain a CCTV network in the Yarra Ranges, fundraised through a community effort, the desire and need for…
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Dr Blair joins Mums of the Hills for online forum
Casey’s Federal Greens candidate, Dr Merran Blair, joined the Mums of the Hills for an online Candidate Forum on Sunday 2 March – an event…
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Calls for upgrades and accountability
CCTV networks once seen as a vital part of crime prevention in Belgrave and Upwey are now facing significant challenges due to outdated equipment and…
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Aaron Violi joins Mums of the Hills online forum to discuss local Issues
Federal Member for Casey, Aaron Violi, joined the online forum hosted by Mums of the Hills (MoTHs) on Sunday evening, 2 March, speaking with local…
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MADCOW upholds CCTV system amid funding challenges
The Monbulk and District Community Working Group (MADCOW) has been a pillar of support in ensuring the safety and sustainability of Monbulk. The not-for-profit organisation,…
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Ferres Miles pledges independent voice for Casey
Independent candidate for the seat of Casey, Claire Ferres Miles, took part in the Mums of the Hills (MoTHs) online Candidate Forum, held on Sunday,…
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Upper Yarra community groups have their say on CCTV cameras
Township groups were often entrusted as the recipients of the grants for CCTV cameras in the Yarra Ranges but also left with the cost of…
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Traders and shopowners in favour of CCTV network
Traders and shopowners in town centres have been targeted by criminals and vandals and despite often having cameras in their own stores, would welcome CCTV…
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Local traders want to see better CCTV network
Star Mail’s six-week CCTV campaign was welcomed by the local traders and shopkeepers. Getting into the campaign’s midpoint, Star Mail interviewed local traders groups and…
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