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Celebrating Biodiversity Month

Council’s Biodiversity Resilience Strategy aims to protect our Sites of Biological Significance and enhance habitat corridors across the municipality to ensure our local wildlife can survive and thrive. Continue reading

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Steam train whistles through the Gully

On Saturday 29 June, the Gully filled with the excitement of a passing steam train. The sounds, aromas and overall experience brought back a sense of connection with a bygone era. Continue reading

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Local volunteers honoured in 2024

Winners were announced during National Volunteer Week, Australia’s largest celebration of volunteering, to highlight the important work of volunteers in Knox. Continue reading

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Mountain District Learning Centre celebrates 50 years

MDLC is celebrating 50 years as a hub of learning across the region. Continue reading

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Lanterns light the night in Belgrave

In June, 15,000 people lined the streets of Belgrave as part of the annual Lantern Festival, marking the Winter Solstice. Lighting the longest night of the year, many braved the cold to bask in an abundance of community spirit. The … Continue reading

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Ferntree Gully Village Market a success

Ferntree Gully Village Market will take place the first Saturday of every month until October. Continue reading

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Empowering Communities in Ferntree Gully

The Empowering Communities initiative aimed at connecting neighbours in Ferntree Gully. Continue reading

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Upper Gully Market gives back to the community

Gully Market has recently taken on a more proactive role to distribute funds raised through stall fees back into the community. Continue reading

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Ferntree Gully Arts Society celebrates 80th birthday

This year the Ferntree Gully Arts Society celebrates its 80th year. Continue reading

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Victorian Budget 2024/25 – helping families

The 2024-25 State Budget was handed down on 7 May, dedicated to helping Victorian families. Continue reading

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