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

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
WhitehorseWhitehorse
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Box Hill North residents face the reality of 10-metre tall noise reduction walls
Oct 20, 2025

Box Hill North residents face the reality of 10-metre tall noise reduction walls

The proposed Eastern Freeway upgrade works would include the installation of 3.5 kilometres of new volume protections from six to 10 metres tall.

Matthew Sims
KnoxKnox
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“Beyond disappointed”: What’s happening on the corner of this major Boronia intersection?
Oct 20, 2025

“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.

Matthew Sims
ClimateClimate
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Whitehorse Council puts gas on the chopping block with $240,000 commitment
Oct 17, 2025

Whitehorse Council puts gas on the chopping block with $240,000 commitment

In 2023/24, the council emitted 19,182 tonnes of carbon dioxide, including from natural gas, electricity, and fleet fuel use.

Matthew Sims
MonashMonash
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Silence and mystery surround Pinewood Bendigo Bank’s permanent branch closure
Oct 17, 2025

Silence and mystery surround Pinewood Bendigo Bank’s permanent branch closure

The branch’s doors closed on September 2, with its fate now sealed.

Matthew Sims
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