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Split council backs medicinal cannabis facility in Yarra Ranges despite local pushback

Split council backs medicinal cannabis facility in Yarra Ranges despite local pushback

Around 70 Hills residents packed out the public gallery on Tuesday night, audibly booing when the development was approved.

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

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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Victoria's Planning Minister orders environmental review of Montrose Quarry expansion

Victoria's Planning Minister orders environmental review of Montrose Quarry expansion

Plans put the pit’s edge closer to houses and schools.

Matthew Sims
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February’s best live music events in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

February’s best live music events in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

Read about upcoming shows featuring local acts across the east.

Matthew Sims
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Eight years and counting: Yarra Valley cycling trail’s uphill battle towards completion

Eight years and counting: Yarra Valley cycling trail’s uphill battle towards completion

Yarra Ranges Council is calling for another investment on top of more than $13 million already committed.

Matthew Sims
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Platform pints to community hub: Lilydale station’s historic drinking rooms set for a refresh

Platform pints to community hub: Lilydale station’s historic drinking rooms set for a refresh

Years after the last drinks were called, plans for the heritage-listed property include a new look and providing social connection.

Matthew Sims
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Greens and Socialists join Labor MP in push against Montrose quarry expansion

Greens and Socialists join Labor MP in push against Montrose quarry expansion

State member Aiv Puglielli urged Planning Minister Sonya Kilkenny to “stand up” to Boral.

Matthew Sims
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“Massive scar on the edge of Mount Dandenong”: Montrose locals rebel against planned ridge impact

“Massive scar on the edge of Mount Dandenong”: Montrose locals rebel against planned ridge impact

If approved, the project will result in the removal of about 21.7 acres of native vegetation.

Matthew Sims
ClimateClimate
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Is human interaction re-writing the Superb Lyrebird’s song in Sherbrooke Forest?

Is human interaction re-writing the Superb Lyrebird’s song in Sherbrooke Forest?

Locals have reported the native birds mimicking swearing or non-natural sounds like chainsaws. Is human impact re-shaping how these special birds speak to each other?

Justine de Jonge
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“The climate situation is becoming everyone’s problem”: How eastern suburbs libraries are playing a part in climate resilience

“The climate situation is becoming everyone’s problem”: How eastern suburbs libraries are playing a part in climate resilience

As library organisations broaden their services and heatwaves become more common, the community hubs are beginning to plan ahead.

Matthew Sims
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“It’s okay to ask for help”: Casey MP joins non-partisan men’s mental health push

“It’s okay to ask for help”: Casey MP joins non-partisan men’s mental health push

The group will regularly collaborate with men’s health organisations like The Man Cave and Healthy Male.

Matthew Sims
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Montrose locals in a dust-up over quarry expansion’s air quality concerns

Montrose locals in a dust-up over quarry expansion’s air quality concerns

Silica dust pollution is a major sticking point for those opposed to the proposed expansion of the pit.

Matthew Sims