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Ever fancied becoming a housing developer? An $18 million Wantirna block could be your way in

Ever fancied becoming a housing developer? An $18 million Wantirna block could be your way in

A previous approval for 126 dwellings, granted by VCAT, has lapsed.

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Rising flood risks and extra housing has Knox Council asking for help to cover $74.4 million drain renewal

Rising flood risks and extra housing has Knox Council asking for help to cover $74.4 million drain renewal

The council’s stormwater network is currently sized to provide protection against one-in-five-year flooding events in residential areas and one-in-10-year events in industrial areas.

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Landslides “don't stop at our boundaries”: Knox Council zooms in on erosion risk to homeowners

Landslides “don't stop at our boundaries”: Knox Council zooms in on erosion risk to homeowners

Areas in Ferntree Gully, Upper Ferntree Gully and The Basin were flagged as potential landslip or mudslide risk zones.

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“The climate situation is becoming everyone’s problem”: How eastern suburbs libraries are playing a part in climate resilience

“The climate situation is becoming everyone’s problem”: How eastern suburbs libraries are playing a part in climate resilience

As library organisations broaden their services and heatwaves become more common, the community hubs are beginning to plan ahead.

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Christmas-themed festivities coming up across Melbourne's eastern suburbs

Christmas-themed festivities coming up across Melbourne's eastern suburbs

Here’s our guide to all the yuletide cheer on offer locally this holiday season.

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Knox Scouts set to end four-year wait for new lease after $3,000+ agreement

Knox Scouts set to end four-year wait for new lease after $3,000+ agreement

About 2,500 locals and 700 children are involved with the Knox District Scouts group.

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Plans finalised for $60 million facelift of Boronia station

Plans finalised for $60 million facelift of Boronia station

The new-look station is set to open before the end of 2026.

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“A bit of a no-brainer”: Bayswater industrial businesses making the transition to solar

“A bit of a no-brainer”: Bayswater industrial businesses making the transition to solar

In industrial estates in suburbs like Bayswater and Blackburn, more solar panels may soon be installed on warehouse roofs as new rebates are available via the State Government.

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Childcare wage fight continues as Knox Council says no to 15% boost

Childcare wage fight continues as Knox Council says no to 15% boost

Parents were disheartened to hear council staff respond to their questions during this week’s council meeting with a flat refusal to consider the extra pay bumps – arguing it already pays workers above the award rate.

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Are these the twilight months of Covid-era outdoor dining in Knox?

Are these the twilight months of Covid-era outdoor dining in Knox?

Works to ensure outdoor dining spaces are compliant must be carried out before next March.

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“A part of living history”: How Boronia Mall’s tenants are bringing new life while keeping vintage feel

“A part of living history”: How Boronia Mall’s tenants are bringing new life while keeping vintage feel

Australian icons who have graced the mall over the years have included Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan and Humphrey B. Bear.

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“Beyond disappointed”: What’s happening on the corner of this major Boronia intersection?

“Beyond disappointed”: What’s happening on the corner of this major Boronia intersection?

The $77.63 million development of the Mountain Highway Logistics Hub would include up to 50,000 square metres of warehouse space.

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