Monthly Archives: February 2022

Saving Lake Knox

Many residents are concerned about the proposed demolition of Lake Knox, an important breeding ground for the Blue-billed Duck. Continue reading →

Posted in Community, Environment, News | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on Saving Lake Knox

New life at Norvel Road Quarry site

Knox Council has negotiated conservation of bushland and rare indigenous plants in a proposed redevelopment of the old quarry site in Norvel Road, Ferntree Gully. Continue reading →

Posted in Environment, News | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on New life at Norvel Road Quarry site

Blind Creek under stress

Blind Creek has faced many changes and threats. But the latest threat is greater than any previously: climate change.  Continue reading →

Posted in Environment | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Blind Creek under stress

Ferntree Gully Substation upgraded for bushfire protection

Over recent months, Ferntree Gully Substation has been upgraded to house new equipment to support bushfire protection technology. Continue reading →

Posted in Community, News, Safety | Tagged , | Comments Off on Ferntree Gully Substation upgraded for bushfire protection

Knox Australia Day Awards 2022

Knox City Council has recognised five inspiring local residents in the Knox Australia Day Awards. Continue reading →

Posted in Community, News | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Knox Australia Day Awards 2022

Volunteering Expo 2021

The Volunteering Expo 2021 showcased a variety of volunteer-led organisations, all offering wonderful opportunities to volunteer within our community. Continue reading →

Posted in Community | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Volunteering Expo 2021

Night tours in the garden of history and mystery

For Karin Orpen, who conducts regular tours of the FTG Cemetery, the cemetery tells stories of our ancestors, our history, of life. Continue reading →

Posted in Community, What's On | Tagged | Comments Off on Night tours in the garden of history and mystery

Seeking pre-loved books for school children

Children’s book charity 123Read2Me is seeking donations of ‘gently-loved’ books for disadvantaged children. Continue reading →

Posted in Community | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Seeking pre-loved books for school children

30 years of Radio Eastern 98.1fm

This amazing group of dedicated volunteers provides an inestimable service to local communities in the Outer East.  Continue reading →

Posted in Community, News | Tagged | Comments Off on 30 years of Radio Eastern 98.1fm

A new venture for Mountain District Learning Centre

MDLC has established a
new Independent Specialist School, the Mountain District Community College – to commence in 2022. Continue reading →

Posted in Community, News | Tagged | Comments Off on A new venture for Mountain District Learning Centre