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Adding 30 acres and 30 years: Montrose quarry expansion proposal draws ire from 2,000+ locals
Nov 12, 2025

Adding 30 acres and 30 years: Montrose quarry expansion proposal draws ire from 2,000+ locals

While Boral says the quarry is a key supplier of materials for the State Government’s Big Build projects, locals are telling them to source rock from other sites.

Matthew Sims
KnoxKnox
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Knox Scouts set to end four-year wait for new lease after $3,000+ agreement
Nov 12, 2025

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.

Matthew Sims
PoliticsPolitics
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$60 billion over the next 30 years: How could new bus and tram services help connect Melbourne’s east?
Nov 11, 2025

$60 billion over the next 30 years: How could new bus and tram services help connect Melbourne’s east?

Stressed commuters facing long wait times are among those who could benefit from new proposals to support a more connected Melbourne.

Matthew Sims
KnoxKnox
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Plans finalised for $60 million facelift of Boronia station
Nov 10, 2025

Plans finalised for $60 million facelift of Boronia station

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

Matthew Sims
PropertyProperty
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How do Ringwood’s locals feel about upcoming proposed three-to-six storey developments?
Nov 06, 2025

How do Ringwood’s locals feel about upcoming proposed three-to-six storey developments?

Ringwood’s population is set to increase by more than a third over the next 20 years – but are buildings up to six storeys the answer?

Matthew Sims
KnoxKnox
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Childcare wage fight continues as Knox Council says no to 15% boost
Oct 31, 2025

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.

Matthew Sims
KnoxKnox
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Are these the twilight months of Covid-era outdoor dining in Knox?
Oct 29, 2025

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.

Matthew Sims
WhitehorseWhitehorse
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WATCH: Nunawading church sale shines spotlight on hidden heritage lists
Oct 29, 2025

WATCH: Nunawading church sale shines spotlight on hidden heritage lists

How did the sale of Whitehorse Uniting Church in Nunawading highlight a lack of transparency with Whitehorse Council's proposed heritage protections?

Matthew Sims
ClimateClimate
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“Another hurdle”: How will Yarra Ranges’ proposed erosion overlays impact the housing market?
Oct 23, 2025

“Another hurdle”: How will Yarra Ranges’ proposed erosion overlays impact the housing market?

“It cuts down the appetite to live in these high-risk areas."

Matthew Sims
KnoxKnox
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“A part of living history”: How Boronia Mall’s tenants are bringing new life while keeping vintage feel
Oct 22, 2025

“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.

Matthew Sims
WhitehorseWhitehorse
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WATCH: Mitcham Rotary Op Shop set to rise from the ashes
Oct 22, 2025

WATCH: Mitcham Rotary Op Shop set to rise from the ashes

We spoke to club secretary Ron Frederick about the push to re-open the store before Christmas.

Matthew Sims
WhitehorseWhitehorse
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“We need to take the extra step”: Is extra lighting and ambience enough to deter car thieves at Forest Hill Chase?
Oct 21, 2025

“We need to take the extra step”: Is extra lighting and ambience enough to deter car thieves at Forest Hill Chase?

Whitehorse recorded 1,013 motor vehicle theft offences during the year ending June 2025.

Tyler Wright
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