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Nine eastern Melbourne lake lookouts to enjoy this spring

From the inner suburbs to the outer regions, get out for hiking, birdwatching or fishing.

Sep 15, 2026

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WATCH: Bright lights and lanky beings

The eastern regions are no stranger to flying saucers.

Jul 31, 2026

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Who are the candidates in this year’s state election across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs?

Our guide to November’s state election, who you can vote for and what they hope to achieve if they are elected into power.

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Heathmont traders holding on as roadworks stretch into their fifth month

Sep 21, 2026

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Heathmont traders holding on as roadworks stretch into their fifth month

“Everybody’s just trying their best to just make ends meet.”

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Nine eastern Melbourne lake lookouts to enjoy this spring

Sep 16, 2026

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2 min read

Nine eastern Melbourne lake lookouts to enjoy this spring

From the inner suburbs to the outer regions, get out for hiking, birdwatching or fishing.

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Sep 25, 2026

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🟠 The density dilemma and balcony power

Also including: The two companies that own most of Australia's beer

Sep 24, 2026

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Trucks, running and crowd choirs: Kids’ events across Melbourne’s east in October

Youngsters can create their own picture book or embrace vivid colours this October.

Sep 23, 2026

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Allowing solar panels to hang on east Melbourne balconies could cut electricity bills by 15%

The plug-in systems could be legal in Australia by 1 July 2027.

Sep 23, 2026

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Police searching for three alleged arsonists who accidentally set their own car on fire in Box Hill South

The authorities are treating the attack as targeted.

Sep 23, 2026

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Newsletter: Trader talk and road ruins

Also including: What's on in October

Sep 23, 2026

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October’s live music events in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

A performer using a loop machine and a folk music festival are among the highlights next month.

Police searching for three alleged arsonists who accidentally set their own car on fire in Box Hill South

The authorities are treating the attack as targeted.

Newsletter: Trader talk and road ruins

Also including: What's on in October

October’s live music events in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

A performer using a loop machine and a folk music festival are among the highlights next month.

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What’s on across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs in October

Comedy, theatre and a celebration of German culture.

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Heathmont traders holding on as roadworks stretch into their fifth month

“Everybody’s just trying their best to just make ends meet.”

WATCH: Honouring Austrian music in Melbourne’s east

The Robert Stolz Viennese Music Society is hosting a special seniors concert on Saturday October 3.

WATCH: Forest Hill’s holey road

The damage is centimetres deep, with wires now exposed in the hole.

Newsletter: Tree gaps and suspect specs

Also including: Influential memes and lovely lakes

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Your go-to source for local news, events, and community stories across Eastern Melbourne.

MUST READ

Nine eastern Melbourne lake lookouts to enjoy this spring

WATCH: Bright lights and lanky beings

Who are the candidates in this year’s state election across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs?

Heathmont traders holding on as roadworks stretch into their fifth month

Nine eastern Melbourne lake lookouts to enjoy this spring

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🟠 The density dilemma and balcony power

Trucks, running and crowd choirs: Kids’ events across Melbourne’s east in October

Allowing solar panels to hang on east Melbourne balconies could cut electricity bills by 15%

Police searching for three alleged arsonists who accidentally set their own car on fire in Box Hill South

Newsletter: Trader talk and road ruins

October’s live music events in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

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Police searching for three alleged arsonists who accidentally set their own car on fire in Box Hill South

Newsletter: Trader talk and road ruins

October’s live music events in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

What’s on across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs in October

Heathmont traders holding on as roadworks stretch into their fifth month

WATCH: Honouring Austrian music in Melbourne’s east

WATCH: Forest Hill’s holey road

Newsletter: Tree gaps and suspect specs

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