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Environmental impact of bushfire yet to be confirmed but rescuers ready to assist
In the wake of the Montrose bushfire wildlife rescuers and environmentalists are awaiting the all clear to assess the damage and assist animals in...
Four boys questioned by detectives following Montrose fire
Four Yarra Ranges boys have been questioned by detectives as part of investigations into the bushfire in Montrose, with no charges laid.
Emergency services...
Special story time to celebrate Harmony Day
A special Mooroolbark story time session was hosted in Hookey Park on Tuesday to celebrate Cultural Diversity Week.
The Harmony Day event on 18...
Considering the concerns of CCTV cameras
While CCTV can play an important role in improving community safety and the investigation of crime, it’s not without its concerns.
Invasion of privacy, data...
Dig deep for Dignity Drive this March
Share the Dignity, the leading charity and advocate for ensuring every woman and girl has access to period products, is in the midst of...
Candidates debate strategy, funding, and long-term responsibility
Strategy, funding, sustainability, long term maintenance and who exactly is responsible? Week four of the Star Mail campaign continues to explore and determine the...
‘Bone Buddies’: gruesome plot to sell dead man’s toes
A Lilydale woman who took human toes from dog vomit to sell them on an online black market has avoided jail "by the barest...
Journalism integrity under threat from easily formed ‘news websites’
Revelations that a digital news publication might have affiliate links with Climate 200 has brought about a reminder of the necessity of truly independent...
Recovery now at the forefront after Montrose bushfire
As the worst of the Montrose bushfire comes to an end, Yarra Ranges Council and the CFA turn to recovery mode.
Contained within control...
Not out of danger yet: Montrose bushfire controlled but still burning
Firefighters worked tirelessly throughout the night on Saturday as a bushfire in Montrose threatened nearby houses, spread out of control and forced residents to...
Victorian Government to tighten bail laws and ban machetes
The Victorian Government is seeking to address concerns from communities about serious crime with changes to laws regarding bail and machetes.
Bail reform will seek...
Watch and act order issued as firefighters battle Montrose bushfire
Residents in Montrose have been told to prepare to leave as firefighters and air support work to bring a bushfire under control.
A CFA...
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Support for Yarra Ranges’ CCTV network grows
State and local politicians have expressed their support for the CCTV network in Yarra Ranges, with many calling for increased collaboration to improve community...
