Category Archives: Community

Celebrating the Scouts

Posted on April 2, 2020 by gullyenews

On Sunday 23 February, 70 or more Cubs, aged between 7 and 10 years of age, and Cub Leaders came together at Kilsyth Centenary Pool to celebrate Lord Robert Baden Powell’s (BP) birthday on the water. BP, the founder of … Continue reading →

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Community Grants Program 2020 announced

Posted on April 2, 2020 by gullyenews

The Knox Community Bank Group is pleased to announce the 2020 Community Grants Program is open and taking applications from not-for-profits and community groups. The Community Grants Program is available to customers of the Knox Community Bank Group. It is … Continue reading →

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ANZAC Day Services 2020 cancelled

Posted on April 2, 2020 by gullyenews

Unfortunately Boronia RSL has had to cancel the planned Commemorative Day March and ANZAC Day Dawn Service this year. As everyone is no doubt aware this has been brought about by the escalating spread of the Corona Virus throughout Australia. … Continue reading →

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Knox Council announces further closures amid coronavirus

Posted on April 2, 2020 by gullyenews

On 19th March Knox Council announced the closure of the Civic Centre Customer Counter as well as Arts, Sports and Leisure Centres. Libraries are also closed. Mayor Nicole Seymour said the closures would be in effect until further notice. ‘This … Continue reading →

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Coronavirus Support in Knox

Posted on March 30, 2020 by gullyenews

During these uncertain times, it is important to remember to keep calm, and that as a community we’re all in this together. Stay informed For the most up-to-date information and advice, visit the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) … Continue reading →

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Wonders of the Arboretum

Posted on February 17, 2020 by gullyenews

‘Expect the unexpected’, they said, of this first-time family event in the Tim Neville Arboretum on Sunday 16 February. Well, we did – and this is what we wandered into. Gnomic garden gnomes, cosy in wheelbarrows, mystified tiny children. A … Continue reading →

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Knox Community responds generously to bushfire tragedy

Posted on February 7, 2020 by gullyenews

The bushfire crisis across Victoria and around the country has dominated headlines this summer. In this time of great tragedy, we have seen the very best of the Knox community. Knox Council has been inundated with messages from residents looking … Continue reading →

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Bushfire Information 2020

Posted on February 7, 2020 by gullyenews

It is important that residents source consistent information to ensure there’s no confusion, especially in relation to such crucial issues as bushfire. Residents who are eager to have localised, specific information and warnings regarding their local area (both within and … Continue reading →

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Puffing Billy – Slow and steady wins the race after 23 years

Posted on February 7, 2020 by gullyenews

Puffing Billy celebrates the launch of the restored Garratt locomotive, which arrived on Australian shores from South Africa in 1996. With a dedicated team of volunteers on board, the Garratt celebrated with an inaugural trip to Menzies Creek. Serendipity, as … Continue reading →

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Honouring Ferntree Gully Cemetery volunteers

Posted on February 7, 2020 by gullyenews

From its earliest days Ferntree Gully has benefited from the long-standing service of committed volunteers. The Australia Day Awards honour these contributions every year. Late last year a special volunteer contribution was recognised by Knox City Council. This was the … Continue reading →

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