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“It adds instant appeal”: Melbourne’s eastern suburbs leading the native nature strip revolution
Apr 30, 2026

“It adds instant appeal”: Melbourne’s eastern suburbs leading the native nature strip revolution

“The more the green cover, the lower the heat.”

Matthew Sims
WhitehorseWhitehorse
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The 50-year-old Blackburn record store started with jukebox leftovers
Apr 30, 2026

The 50-year-old Blackburn record store started with jukebox leftovers

“I don't think vinyl will ever go away.”

Matthew Sims
PoliticsPolitics
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Legal deadline looming over a mandatory $316 million glass bin launch in Victoria
Apr 29, 2026

Legal deadline looming over a mandatory $316 million glass bin launch in Victoria

There are 14 months left for 37 councils to introduce a separate system.

Matthew Sims
MaroondahMaroondah
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New dementia cafe opening in Croydon Hills to support local families
Apr 28, 2026

New dementia cafe opening in Croydon Hills to support local families

Residents living with cognitive decline and their carers now have a new social outlet.

Tyler Wright
PoliticsPolitics
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Why more than 30 councils are blocking glass recycling bins over multi-million dollar bill burdens
Apr 24, 2026

Why more than 30 councils are blocking glass recycling bins over multi-million dollar bill burdens

Councils across Melbourne’s east are defying the upcoming state-mandated glass recycling rollout, warning it could cost them millions and push up household rates.

Matthew Sims
Local NewsLocal News
“Cheaper to buy a tent”: Eastern Melbourne’s rideshare drivers feeling the pinch of rising fuel
Apr 24, 2026

“Cheaper to buy a tent”: Eastern Melbourne’s rideshare drivers feeling the pinch of rising fuel

An Uber driver said his daily earnings have fallen from about $300 to $75.

Matthew Sims
WhitehorseWhitehorse
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Glass bins and high-rise housing: What to take away from Whitehorse Council’s marathon four-hour April meeting
Apr 23, 2026

Glass bins and high-rise housing: What to take away from Whitehorse Council’s marathon four-hour April meeting

Big developments, local petitions and a controversial glass bin rollout were among the items.

Matthew Sims
MonashMonash
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Chadstone TAFE secures $10 million for training upgrades towards a more renewable grid for Victoria
Apr 23, 2026

Chadstone TAFE secures $10 million for training upgrades towards a more renewable grid for Victoria

The improvements aim to fast-track Victoria’s clean energy workforce into thousands of new jobs.

Matthew Sims
EnergyEnergy
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From rigs to roads: What would eastern suburbs residents do with millions made from a tax on gas?
Apr 17, 2026

From rigs to roads: What would eastern suburbs residents do with millions made from a tax on gas?

Locals are questioning whether they are seeing enough benefits of one of Australia’s key exports.

Matthew Sims
KnoxKnox
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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
ManninghamManningham
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Doncaster has waited 135 years for a train. It will have to wait at least 20 more.
Apr 16, 2026

Doncaster has waited 135 years for a train. It will have to wait at least 20 more.

Manningham is the only inner Melbourne LGA without a rail or tram connection.

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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