Category Archives: Community

New directions for Mountain District Learning Centre

Posted on June 1, 2019 by gullyenews

The main focus for this year is to have MDLC registered as a school for 2020, resulting in changes to the way in which their education programs are nuanced. It is hoped this will bring a level of stability and … Continue reading →

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Community Development Fund – grants now open

Posted on June 1, 2019 by gullyenews

Knox City Council’s annual Community Development Fund grants program assists local not-for-profit community groups with projects, programs and events that benefit the Knox community, including community events, arts and cultural initiatives. Grants are available for applications from $3,000 to $20,000. … Continue reading →

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Dorset Road extension

Posted on June 1, 2019 by gullyenews

A Message from Mayor Jake Keogh The Dorset Road extension is finally going to be a reality. After heavy campaigning for this since the 2016 council election, I am very excited to announce that the Federal Government, through Alan Tudge … Continue reading →

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Ferntree Gully News turns 10!

Posted on May 31, 2019 by gullyenews

Photos by Barbara Oehring Celebrating Ten Years of  Ferntree Gully News The reception to celebrate the tenth year of publication for Ferntree Gully News, as well as the book launch of our anthology Ferntree Gully News: Scenes & Stories 2009-2017, … Continue reading →

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Village Fair 2018

Posted on October 9, 2018 by gullyenews

Market Stallholders still wanted! Contact Anne Abbott 0423 936 523 Email: FGNews@bigpond.com.au

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Ferntree Gully News: Scenes and Stories

Posted on September 27, 2018 by gullyenews

We are delighted to announce the publication of Ferntree Gully News, Scenes and Stories, 2009-17, a collection of stories and photographs sourced from the first 50 issues of this newspaper. The book will be available for purchase from 1 October … Continue reading →

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The Future of Millers Homestead

Posted on August 7, 2018 by gullyenews

‘Council committed to consult over future of Millers Homestead’ This is the title of a media release regarding an amendment passed at the July 23rd Knox Council meeting. It begins, ‘Knox City Council is committed to ensuring that our community … Continue reading →

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Tim Neville Arboretum – 30 years on

Posted on August 7, 2018 by gullyenews

The Tim Neville Arboretum was constructed on the site of the Dobson family orchards and opened in 1988 to mark the bi-centenary of European settlement. Now 30 years on, after major redesign and replanting, with new water features and improved … Continue reading →

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Want to help with the Gully News?

Posted on June 4, 2018 by gullyenews

Ferntree Gully News is looking for an assistant to work with the editor in preparing material for the formatter. Needs writing, editing and computer skills. Work from home in the ten days before press date. The paper is produced six … Continue reading →

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ANZAC Day Services 2018

Posted on April 23, 2018 by gullyenews

Ferntree Gully community groups and residents will once again gather on 25th April for a service to mark 103 years since the Anzac Cove Landings. Dawn Service Where: Quarry Park, Quarry Road, Ferntree Gully. When: Walks begin 5.30am. Service starts … Continue reading →

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