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A bloom with a view
Snuggled between the hills of Emerald and Cockatoo, a ten-acre hillside garden that’s been quietly evolving for nearly five decades will open its gates to…
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Cheerleader turns shepherd
Sometimes the road into agriculture begins in unexpected places A young cheerleader, Tiffany Maestrale fell in love with sheep just two years ago through her…
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Saving local koalas
A new project to prevent koalas from becoming extinct in the local area is underway, uniting many professionals and volunteers in efforts to restore habitat…
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Turning a new leaf
Change has become second nature to Diane Gow. Moving across countries, cities, and farms, each transition has unlocked new horizons for her NDIS sanctuary. “My…
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Deer control continues in Cardinia
From the farmlands to deep in the bush, one of the most frequent animals that you could run into is not a native, but introduced…
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Fernando welcomes ‘family-friendly’ House
Holt MP Cassandra Fernando was back in Federal Parliament with her young son in tow last week. In a break from debate, Prime Minister Anthony…
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Kangaroo slaughter stirs call for action
The business of Pakenham’s Robert Portbury is centred around building roads, but the kangaroo killing field of Pakenham Road has become so severe that his…
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Helping bandicoots bounce back
There is much work being done to protect Cardinia Shire’s most iconic animal, the southern brown bandicoot, and local volunteers can make a significant impact.…
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The Urban Nanna effect
In a world that often feels fast and overwhelming, Matilda has found clarity in the rhythms of nature. Through permaculture, she’s discovering how small, thoughtful…
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Be a Green Leader
A grassroots push for greener living is taking root in Casey, where residents recently joined a hands-on composting session to learn how small changes at…
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Rates cap set at 2.75%
Council rates will be capped at 2.75 per cent for the coming year by the State Government, in line with the Essential Services Commission recommendation.…
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A secret landcare sanctuary
One property in Nar Nar Goon North is a secret sanctuary humming with native wildlife. Bessie Creek Landcare’s Geoff Leed has developed his land into…
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