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Think global, act local: How a Lilydale op shop and cafe built its own community

Think global, act local: How a Lilydale op shop and cafe built its own community

The cafe now has a fully furnished commercial kitchen, but it had humble beginnings: a coffee machine paid for by a few churchgoers.

Astrid Jian
MonashMonash
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“We need to have that third voice”: A Glen Waverley couple supports a hung parliament

“We need to have that third voice”: A Glen Waverley couple supports a hung parliament

In the first of our series speaking to locals across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, we speak to Glen Waverley couple Heather and Richard King about where they’re from, how they feel about the election, and what’s deciding their vote.

Matthew Sims
ClimateClimate
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"I wouldn't go back": How a Glen Waverley couple pay nothing for energy using solar

"I wouldn't go back": How a Glen Waverley couple pay nothing for energy using solar

With more than 30 percent of Knox homes using solar, we took a look at how popular it was in the other areas of the eastern suburbs.

Matthew Sims
MaroondahMaroondah
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Could you get by "buying nothing"? This Croydon community group wants to make it happen

Could you get by "buying nothing"? This Croydon community group wants to make it happen

A number of Croydon locals have embraced a new philosophy of "hyperlocal gifting communities" - with participants providing context of why they would benefit from receiving a gift.

Astrid Jian
MaroondahMaroondah
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How Ringwood's SAAZAA Coffee is roasting ethically and sustainably

How Ringwood's SAAZAA Coffee is roasting ethically and sustainably

For local coffee roaster David Juma, coffee has the power to help build schools and support farmers over the other side of the globe.

Justine de Jonge
WhitehorseWhitehorse
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A perfect pairing: meet the couple behind the newest bar in Box Hill

A perfect pairing: meet the couple behind the newest bar in Box Hill

This local gem has it all - a laid-back charm and a quality wine list.

Evie Dinkelmeyer
MonashMonash
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Meet the Waverley local support group helping the widowed find joy again

Meet the Waverley local support group helping the widowed find joy again

A group of Glen Waverley locals are finding life after loss through new friendships and discovering new skills.

Evie Dinkelmeyer
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Are you alone on Valentine's Day? Me too, here's how to embrace it

Are you alone on Valentine's Day? Me too, here's how to embrace it

They say absence makes the heart grow fonder. Having been away from my wife and daughter for the past month or so, I can agree. Being alone on Valentine's Day, I hope to reflect on the joy and love they have brought to my life.

Matthew Sims
Yarra RangesYarra Ranges
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Casey electorate set to become a “fierce battleground” in upcoming federal election

Casey electorate set to become a “fierce battleground” in upcoming federal election

From Lilydale to Belgrave and far out east, Casey is set to be a key marginal seat at the centre of the battle in the upcoming federal election. But who are the candidates and what do they stand for?

Matthew Sims
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The Dandenong Ranges local collecting “hundreds of thousands of blister packs” across the eastern suburbs

The Dandenong Ranges local collecting “hundreds of thousands of blister packs” across the eastern suburbs

A Dandenong Ranges local has taken matters into her own hands to help recycle blister packs.

Sally Dusting-Laird
KnoxKnox
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Secret garden of Knox: How locals built an amazing indigenous plant nursery

Secret garden of Knox: How locals built an amazing indigenous plant nursery

The Knox Environment Society has over 300 volunteer members and grows over 70,000 plants a year.

Sally Dusting-Laird
KnoxKnox
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How a Knox local went from devastating car accident to Citizen of the Year

How a Knox local went from devastating car accident to Citizen of the Year

Gary Cantwell had to relearn how to walk and talk, but has since returned to work and participated in the Paralympics. Now his focus is on combatting loneliness.

Sally Dusting-Laird