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Friday, September 18, 2026
Council News
Yarra Ranges Shire CEO Tammi Rose (pictured) says it is not financially viable for the Council to operate close circuit television (CCTV) security across the municipality.“Under the former Federal Government, CCTV cameras were provided to numerous townships in the Yarra Ranges as an election promise,” Ms Rose said.“Under the arrangement at the time, township groups…
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Police News
Two people have died after their vehicle struck a tree at Rowville early on Sunday morning (Mar. 30).A passing motorist located the crash scene on Kelletts Rd about 2.35am.The two teenage male occupants were declared deceased at the scene.Investigations have revealed the car they were travelling in was one of two vehicles stolen from a…
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Council News
Veteran forensic accountant Garry Angus appeared before Murrindindi Shire Council last Wednesday (Mar. 26), calling for an urgent investigation into what he saw as irregularities associated with the municpality.Mr Angus said he was engaged to investigate financial matters regarding a property development at Careys Rd-Williamsons Rd at Killingworth, Yea.“What I have uncovered are possible irregularities…
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Emergency Services
Fire Rescue Victoria acted quickly to contain a house fire on Hines Way, Braybrook on Friday afternoon (Mar. 28).Firefighters arrived on the scene to find black smoke issuing from a 10 x 20 metre two storey townhouse.Two crews of firefighters entered the property with hose lines to knock down the fire, which had spread from…
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Community News
Boroondara Mayor Cr Sophie Torney says the impact of State Government planning changes “will change the heritage and character of our city forever”.At Camberwell Junction, buildings ranging from six to 12 storeys will be allowed, with surrounding areas of up to four to six storeys in an ‘inner catchment’.Three to four storeys in an ‘outer…
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Environment
A 27-year-old Melbourne-based woman has been fined $3000 for her part in a cross-border wildlife trade syndicate handling native reptiles.The woman appeared in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court and pleaded guilty to seven charges involving 13 animals.The charges related to the illegal receipt, possession and disposal of protected wildlife (including shingleback lizards and eastern fat tailed geckos),…
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Police News
Homicide Squad detectives are investigating a fatal stabbing in Seymour early on Saturday morning (Mar. 29). It is alleged a man was stabbed during an altercation between two men known to each other at a Heywood Crescent residential address shortly before 3am. The victim was taken to hospital however died shortly after. A man later…
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What's On
Our Stories: Unearthed is a one-day event at historic Mount Martha House, from 10am-3pm on Sunday, May 18.Mornington Peninsula Shire is once again participating in the 2025 National Trust Victoria Heritage Festival, Unearthed. This year’s event will focus on uncovering lesser-known histories and stories.The event features an array of engaging activities, including fascinating displays from…
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Council News
Frankston Mayor Cr Kris Bolam says that he paid his own way on a trip in February to the City of Annapolis in the United States of America.On the goodwill trip he met with Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley to discuss their cities, exchange ideas and the establishment of a potential ‘Friendship City’ agreement.Frankston Council authorised…
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Council News
The City of Stonnington says that it is standing up for its residents, businesses, and visitors by opposing the State Government’s expanded Congestion Levy.This is a new tax on all paid public car spaces west of Williams Rd, that will significantly increase parking costs and take millions away from the community, the Council says.“The levy…
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