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Lonely fight with violence
A South East woman, a victim of family violence, is determined to tell her story. The single mother has been worried that her little boy…
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VCAT review dismissed after Kingston ‘mistake’
Kingston Council’s push for a VCAT review of a controversial 900-plus housing project at the former Kingswood Golf Course has been dismissed after a ‘clerical…
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Young chef provides for sweet tooths
It is not common to see a new business owner who was born this side of the millennium, but an ambitious pastry chef is breaking…
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Family’s legacy of volunteering
Denise Davidson is from a family synonymous with volunteering, so much so that the top award in Cardinia for community work bears her father’s name.…
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Unstoppable force
Depending on the day, Shania Ranabahu might be fighting fires, championing causes or stealing the spotlight on the pageant stage. No matter what she faces,…
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Carrying the torch
This week marks 25 years since the 2000 Sydney Olympics and in the days leading up to the games, many Australians held the torch in…
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A century of grace
Turning 100 last week, she has lived a life full of unexpected adventures, quiet victories, and lessons that generations still carry forward. In a surprise…
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Gardeners fight weeds together
Weeds are more than just a backyard nuisance—they threaten native ecosystems, agriculture, water catchments, natural landscapes, recreational activities, human health, and the economy. Reducing their…
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Succession planning saves farms
Are you a farmer wondering how to pass the baton to the next generation? Across Gippsland, farmers are gathering at practical forums to learn about…
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The write turn
A late start hasn’t slowed William Porter, who swapped corporate life for creative storytelling and hasn’t looked back since. Now 75, he continues to embrace…
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Bushfire plans for horses are esential
Pets and larger animals such as horses need to be included in farm and household fire planning, to ensure both people and animals are as…
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Lost, now found
Pastor Lee’s journey to ministry was never straightforward. It began with despair, addiction, prison, and a tragic death that changed the course of his life.…
