Transformation of campaigning, shift from major parties a sign of demographic change
The influence of younger voters at this election may not only be seen at the ballot box but has already shifted the way campaigns...
2025 Anzac Day services in Yarra Valley
Hundreds of people gathered to commemorate Anzac Day at dawn services, marches and daytime services on Friday 25 April.
The day started at 5.45am in...
‘Wet and stormy’ weather predicted for Anzac Day
It's going to be a cool and wet Anzac Day in the Yarra Ranges, the weather reflecting the sombre and solemn mood of the...
Winner declared of Healesville Butchers colour-in comp
Local children enjoyed colouring in a page of the Star Mail newspaper over the Easter holidays.
Main Street Quality Butchers and Smokehouse hosted a...
Local animal welfare organisations get funds to help more cats and dogs find their...
The State Government is helping Victorian pet rescue and rehoming groups find homes for vulnerable pets through the latest round of the Individual Pet...
Volunteers share their thoughts as early voting opens in Healesville
Early voting has opened for those keen to do their democratic duties before election day on 3 May.
Representatives of the potential pollies were out...
Building local political engagement as younger voters outnumber boomers
The time has come when young voters will outnumber baby boomers in a federal election but with many said to be disengaged from the...
His schoolmate was a German soldier
One of the most extraordinary stories to come out of the First World War was an incident that happened to a Lilydale soldier while...
Housing affordability, the key to unlocking votes
One of the highest ranking issues for the urban area heading into this federal election was housing affordability and accessibility.
Nearly half of all...
Duo awarded Inspiro’s tertiary scholarships to advance studies
For aspiring healthcare professionals undertaking lengthy degrees, placements and many hours of study all to pursue their passion of helping people, a little help...
Anzac Day Services across the Outer East
With Anzac Day falling on the Friday after Easter, here’s where to attend your local services across the Outer East.
In the Hills:
Dandenong Ranges RSL...
Election hits final stretch as major sweeteners pledged
On the east coast and in the west, Labor and the coalition are hyping up true believers as they sharpen their focus on housing...
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Historic release for one of Victoria’s faunal emblems
For the first time in almost half a century, Critically Endangered Helmeted Honeyeaters have returned to Cardinia in south-east Victoria, where they were once...
