The origins of Santa Claus
While the name Santa Claus is known, used and loved by many, not only in Australia but across the globe, the man or myth...
Festive self-care important for those with a disability and their carers
The holiday season is a wonderful time of the year to relax, spend time with friends and family, and look forward to the year...
Stay on top of medicine habits these holidays
Exciting holidays or friend and family fun provides a welcome distraction from the hustle and bustle over the holiday period, but it is important...
Rethinking the gift of a puppy for Christmas
If you’re thinking about giving your loved one a puppy as a gift this Christmas, Dogs Australia urges you to “think twice”.
“Puppies can’t be...
With rising data leaks and scams, a warning to be careful where you donate...
Before donating to charity this Christmas and festive season, heed the warning of the national charity regulator.
Acting Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commissioner Deborah Jenkins...
Register burn-offs to help prevent fire danger
Victoria’s fire and emergency service agencies are urging community members to register their burn-offs as they prepare their properties for fire season.
Launched in 2020,...
Australia’s hardest hit will go without food this Christmas
For 15.7 million Aussies (61 per cent), Christmas will be anything but joyous due to the impact of the rising cost of living, according...
Pilot walks away from Coldstream plane crash
Firefighters and paramedics have responded to an aircraft crash in Coldstream after a pilot was forced to make an emergency landing.
Star Mail understands...
Framing mental health conversations through art
Giving young people a space to express their true selves was one of the foundational traits of the Lilydale Youth Hub and in its...
Top five tips for shopping with kids
The holiday season is a time for Lilydale residents to enjoy, but with the season often comes stress from shopping. Add to that managing...
Art and Sole project finally launches in Lilydale
The Art and Sole project has officially been launched by members of Inspiro, Yarra Ranges Council and the First Nations community in an opening...
Progress made on regional recovery after storm, pandemic
Yarra Ranges Council has congratulated the Regional Community Recovery Committees (RCRCs) after they addressed the groups’ progress at the final council meeting for the...
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Bystander defibrillation proven to have long-term, positive effect on cardiac arrest...
Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics are emphasising the importance of early intervention for cardiac arrest cases, following a study that found a defibrillator shock from...
