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Mizuno joins the flood of brands opting out of kangaroo products
Animal activists are rejoicing as another major brand, this time Japanese athletic footwear producer Mizuno, is reportedly set to phase out the use of kangaroo…
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High standard of healthcare in Healesville with five staff up for Victorian Rural Health Awards
A high standard of healthcare can be found in Healesville, with five staff members across two clinics nominated as finalists for the Rural Workforce Agency…
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Annual Yarra Ranges Tourism Summit held after a ‘tough year’ for the industry
The Yarra Ranges’ diverse tourism industry came together on Wednesday 4 June for the annual Yarra Ranges Tourism Summit. Despite a ‘tough year’ for the…
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Future of fundraising event in limbo as funding falls
The future of a major Yarra Ranges mental health fundraising event hangs in the balance after its biggest private sponsor pulled its funding. She Won’t…
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Police urge snow travellers to plan ahead as Alpine season begins
Police are looking forward to this year’s snow season and are issuing a reminder to the community about the importance of planning ahead to ensure…
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Toolangi CFA targeted by thieves
The Toolangi Fire Brigade have shared that they were affected by theft overnight on Sunday 1 June. Someone who has taken fuel and a battery…
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Greyhounds gather as one to support FightMND
The Greyhound Racing industry is gathering as one and hopes to make a big splash, raising funds for Fight MND. In support of this, Healesville…
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Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed as Chief Opposition Whip
Casey MP Aaron Violi has picked up a new role in the Opposition following the federal election. Mr Violi has been appointed the Chief Opposition…
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Frozen cream rolls recalled in Victoria
Chinar Bakers Pty Ltd are conducting a recall of its Frozen Cream Bun 250g and Frozen Eggless Cream Roll 250g products. This is due to…
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Campfire safety urged this long weekend
As Victorians head outdoors to enjoy the King’s Birthday long weekend, fire and land authorities are reminding campers and visitors to forests and parks to…
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Low-paid workers receive ‘catch-up’ real wage boost
Minimum wage earners will take home an extra $32 a week in pay after the industrial umpire handed nearly three million low-paid workers a wage…
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Possum’s magical new sanctuary
A pair of Leadbeater’s Possums have settled into a new habitat adjoining the Healesville Sanctuary, providing the Victoria’s animal emblem a chance to establish a…












