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This Ferntree Gully local has been making his home more sustainable since 1990. Now, he wants Knox Council to help other residents follow his lead.
May 22, 2026

This Ferntree Gully local has been making his home more sustainable since 1990. Now, he wants Knox Council to help other residents follow his lead.

"Homeowners can very easily make their homes sustainable."

Matthew Sims
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Meet the lederhosen-clad German who built a “Swiss alpine village” in Bayswater
May 11, 2026

Meet the lederhosen-clad German who built a “Swiss alpine village” in Bayswater

The former enemy alien “smoked a fearsome meerschaum pipe with a pepper pot lid”.

Matthew Sims
FoodFood
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The best coffee spots for you to check out in Knox
Apr 27, 2026

The best coffee spots for you to check out in Knox

From a bakery to a chocolate shop, here’s some of the places where you can grab a long black or a cappuccino to perk you up.

Thomas Spencer
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“Sleepless nights” for Boronia cafe owner as station works cut off 50 percent of foot traffic
Apr 16, 2026

“Sleepless nights” for Boronia cafe owner as station works cut off 50 percent of foot traffic

A mum of three who poured her savings into taking over a local coffee shop says impacts to access have left her facing an uncertain future.

Matthew Sims
Yarra RangesYarra Ranges
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“It isn't about greed, it's about survival”: Eastern Melbourne restaurants hold off on price hikes despite fuel levy strains
Apr 15, 2026

“It isn't about greed, it's about survival”: Eastern Melbourne restaurants hold off on price hikes despite fuel levy strains

Local hospitality business owners are anxious of dropping foot traffic following the school holidays and increasing delivery costs.

Matthew Sims
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“Not a good time for developers”: High-rise dreams on hold as costs stall Boronia CBD growth
Apr 13, 2026

“Not a good time for developers”: High-rise dreams on hold as costs stall Boronia CBD growth

Construction cranes dot the skyline, but there’s been no rush by developers to capitalise on the rezoning of the area for development up to 10 storeys high.

Everard Himmelreich
Yarra RangesYarra Ranges
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 “The last cabs off the rank”: Dry days for smaller, family-run servos as fuel wholesalers hoard supply
Mar 27, 2026

“The last cabs off the rank”: Dry days for smaller, family-run servos as fuel wholesalers hoard supply

“We’re just living day-to-day, basically.”

Matthew Sims
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“A pack of grinches”: How Christmas comments landed a Knox councillor in hot water
Mar 10, 2026

“A pack of grinches”: How Christmas comments landed a Knox councillor in hot water

A clash over whether or not to spend $15,000 on Christmas bows has led to a pause for one local member.

Matthew Sims
KnoxKnox
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An interview with Carol Isaacs, Box Hill's 107-year-old woman
Feb 27, 2026

An interview with Carol Isaacs, Box Hill's 107-year-old woman

The key to living so long? A good life, good genes and a good husband.

Staff writer
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Ferntree Gully set to welcome new nine-bedroom rooming house under planning guidelines
Feb 11, 2026

Ferntree Gully set to welcome new nine-bedroom rooming house under planning guidelines

The majority of councillors argued knocking back the proposal would open the council up to a tribunal battle.

Matthew Sims
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WATCH: CCTV footage captures midnight statue theft
Feb 09, 2026

WATCH: CCTV footage captures midnight statue theft

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has vision or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Matthew Sims
WhitehorseWhitehorse
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Arts, crafts and local produce: The best markets across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs
Feb 05, 2026

Arts, crafts and local produce: The best markets across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

Hot jam doughnuts, barbecues, preserves, coffee, arts, crafts and fresh fruit and veggies are among the goodies on offer.

Matthew Sims
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