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Tag Archives: Upwey
Upwey Archies 2021
Good news! The annual Upwey Archies is on again! Inspired by the Archibald Prize, the Upwey Archies is an annual community portrait event organised by Upwey Community Group, in partnership with Burrinja Cultural Centre. A sensational opportunity for local aspiring … Continue reading
Tagged Art Trail, arts, Upwey, Upwey Archies
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The Legend of Mast Gully
How did Mast Gully get its name? Find out here with Ray Peace and the Knox Historical Society. Photo by Barbara Oehring. Continue reading
Upwey Archies 2021
The Upwey Archies are back for 2021, with local aspiring artists to have their work publicly displayed in the Upwey Main Street shops. Continue reading
Upwey Relief Centre to move to Belgrave Community Hub
Upwey Relief Centre received more community donations of food, batteries, etc. as well as offers of help today (Wednesday) and we have forwarded them to the Belgrave Community Hub for distribution to those in need. The local community has been … Continue reading
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Tagged Belgrave Community Hub, storm damage, Upwey, Upwey Men's Shed
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Upwey Relief Centre to open
Members of the Upwey Community have decided to open a relief centre to assist all residents and volunteers affected by the recent storms. The Relief Centre will now operate out of the Belgrave Community Hub (details here). The centre will … Continue reading
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Tagged Dandenongs, storm damage, Upwey, Upwey Men's Shed
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Upwey Men’s Shed looking for new location
Message from Upwey Men’s Shed The Upwey Men’s Shed is currently on the lookout for a new location, and is reviewing a number of sites to locate its shed before funding expires. The Shed was established in 2018 following a … Continue reading
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Beating the lockdown blues in Upwey township
With billycart races in the main street, Archibald lookalikes in shop windows and a business owners think tank supported by the Upwey Township Group, Upwey is an energetic town. Upwey Music sells instruments, parts and accessories. Manager Blair Manie said … Continue reading
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