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Kilmore couple named Australian Farming Legends of the Year
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By Colin MacGillivrayKILMORE East couple Kevin and Rhonda Butler’s dedication to supporting farmers across the country was recognised on the national stage at the...
Calls for fuel reduction and community involvement
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By Jackson RussellTooborac farmer Bill Chisholm has called on the state and federal governments to step up fire prevention and management measures in a...
From Fromelles to fire-ravaged Victorian school
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By Steph McNicolTHE effects of the East Gippsland fires which raged for months devastated not only the nation, but impacted hearts worldwide, including a...
BlazeAid starts rebuild after fires
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BlazeAid volunteers are already out helping farmers affected by bushfires across the country.BlazeAid founder Kevin Butler is currently in South Australia with volunteers starting...
CFA training for US firies
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By Evelyn LeckieFIREFIGHTERS from the United States of America arrived in Mount Macedon on Friday for a four-hour training session with Darraweit Guim and...
Fire station theft
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By Evelyn LeckieAs fires raged across Victoria last week, thieves targeted Hilldene Fire Station, stealing equipment and causing damage that will cost the brigade...
Community efforts to assist NSW and QLD survivors
By Jordyn GrubisicResidents are banding together to contribute donations to charities assisting those affected by the New South Wales bushfires.Small business ‘By Erin, with...
Whittlesea prepares to remember
The Whittlesea community is preparing for a time of remembrance and reflection as the 10th anniversary of the 2009 bushfires draws closer.There are...