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“Ecological deserts”: Indigenous plants taking root across more than 500 homes in Whitehorse

“Ecological deserts”: Indigenous plants taking root across more than 500 homes in Whitehorse

Since 2022, a youth-focused environmental group has successfully restored one site in Gardiners Creek Reserve. As a result of their work, the number of observed plant and animal species has increased.

William Pascua
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“Significant downpours” on the rise: How can the Yarra Ranges prepare for increased flash flooding?

“Significant downpours” on the rise: How can the Yarra Ranges prepare for increased flash flooding?

The Yarra Ranges has a long history of extreme rainfall events, including in February 2011, October 2010, September 2010 and February 2005.

Matthew Sims
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Affordable noodles $13 and under in Melbourne’s east

Affordable noodles $13 and under in Melbourne’s east

Pop on down to grab a cheap noodle dish at one of these restaurants.

Matthew Sims
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No limit, no dice: Anti-pokie campaigners' line in the sand over Victorian gaming trials

No limit, no dice: Anti-pokie campaigners' line in the sand over Victorian gaming trials

If gamblers can’t set boundaries on losses, what is the point?

Matthew Sims
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Four things we learned about Menzies MP Gabriel Ng’s plans to deliver for eastern Melburnians

Four things we learned about Menzies MP Gabriel Ng’s plans to deliver for eastern Melburnians

We spoke to the first-ever Labor member for Menzies about his plans for the term ahead.

Matthew Sims
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Where to grab brunch for $15 and under in Melbourne’s east

Where to grab brunch for $15 and under in Melbourne’s east

Find yourself strolling along your local Main Street strip and searching for a cheap brekky deal but struggling to find anything cheaper than $25? Here are nine spots in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs where you can sit down for a brunch with some friends for $15 and under.

Matthew Sims
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Watch: Yarra Ranges Council starts emergency works on Lilydale's White Dog Hotel

Watch: Yarra Ranges Council starts emergency works on Lilydale's White Dog Hotel

The council is hoping to hand over works to the owner soon.

Matthew Sims
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What will the Yarra Ranges’ new landslide management plans mean for you?

What will the Yarra Ranges’ new landslide management plans mean for you?

Public consultation will run from Thursday August 21 to Friday October 3.

Matthew Sims
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“Incredibly urgent”: Hills locals call for collaboration on climate preparedness

“Incredibly urgent”: Hills locals call for collaboration on climate preparedness

According to environmental justice organisation Friends of the Earth Melbourne, a $1 investment in climate adaptation has been estimated to save between $2 and $11 in post-disaster recovery and reconstruction costs.

Matthew Sims
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Why is Whitehorse Council spending $100,000 to move a hedge?

Why is Whitehorse Council spending $100,000 to move a hedge?

The works form part of a broader $25.1 million redevelopment of the sporting facilities and public space.

Matthew Sims
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Protecting 14 native trees from developer’s chainsaw will save Knox Council $33,000

Protecting 14 native trees from developer’s chainsaw will save Knox Council $33,000

The red ironbarks will remain following a Monday night amendment.

Matthew Sims
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Box Hill high-rise with 204 hotel rooms approved

Box Hill high-rise with 204 hotel rooms approved

The development will be 98 metres tall and include 204 hotel rooms.

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