Research points to energy-efficient homes being cheaper to manage, more comfortable and able to chase higher sale prices.
A Mooroolbark business has re-energised the idea of what a corner store can be.
Boroondara councillors delay a decision, as canine lovers and sporting groups push for last-minute changes.
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The global engineering expert is another of Melbourne’s east with a story to tell.
More than two-thirds of Boroondara’s cats are believed to be unregistered.
Did you know Warrandyte was the site of Victoria's first gold discovery?
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The 1,332sqm block of land at 7-9 Mangarra Road houses a heritage-listed Edwardian villa.
Whitehorse council is still pursuing negotiations with current owner Phileo Australia to buy the land.
Two councillors have demanded a rethink as the plan waits for a new vote.
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