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Aug 14, 2026

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“Take the pressure off”: More than 36,000 in Melbourne’s east used a virtual emergency department last year

The system delivers care to about 1,000 patients a day across Victoria.

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Aug 13, 2026

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Maroondah council considering Ringwood East park sale despite residents’ concerns over lost parkland

“It’s our only green space that we can access without getting in a car or trying to cross Maroondah Highway.”

Maroondah

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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Every time rain is forecast, this Lilydale cafe owner must decide whether to sandbag his business

Aug 20, 2026

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Every time rain is forecast, this Lilydale cafe owner must decide whether to sandbag his business

Eastern Melbourne's old drains can't handle torrential downpours. Is there a plan?

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Matthew Sims

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

Aug 18, 2026

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3 min read

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

Flowers, muscle cars and displays of skills lost to time.

Entertainment

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Aug 21, 2026

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WATCH: Heart-pounding chilli pork

Sri Lankan flavour with a serious kick.

Aug 21, 2026

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3 min read

Newsletter: Drain strains and 'dale tales

Also including: Live music and family-friendly events next month

Aug 20, 2026

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2 min read

Every time rain is forecast, this Lilydale cafe owner must decide whether to sandbag his business

Eastern Melbourne's old drains can't handle torrential downpours. Is there a plan?

Aug 20, 2026

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3 min read

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

A violinist with broad taste and local songwriting talents are among the highlights this month.

Aug 19, 2026

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WATCH: Lilydale or Lillydale?

A lake, a town, a woman and a song.

Aug 19, 2026

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3 min read

Newsletter: Emergency care minus the waiting room

Also: What's on in September

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

A violinist with broad taste and local songwriting talents are among the highlights this month.

Whitehorse

WATCH: Lilydale or Lillydale?

A lake, a town, a woman and a song.

Yarra Ranges

Newsletter: Emergency care minus the waiting room

Also: What's on in September

From illusionists to trainee puppies: Kids’ events across Melbourne’s east in September

Youngsters can run through fields of tulips or learn about chemical reactions.

Entertainment

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

Flowers, muscle cars and displays of skills lost to time.

Entertainment

“Take the pressure off”: More than 36,000 in Melbourne’s east used a virtual emergency department last year

The system delivers care to about 1,000 patients a day across Victoria.

Local News

Newsletter: Cars, trains, buses and parking spots

Also including: The answers to our transport-themed quiz

Maroondah council considering Ringwood East park sale despite residents’ concerns over lost parkland

“It’s our only green space that we can access without getting in a car or trying to cross Maroondah Highway.”

Maroondah

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“Take the pressure off”: More than 36,000 in Melbourne’s east used a virtual emergency department last year

Maroondah council considering Ringwood East park sale despite residents’ concerns over lost parkland

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

Every time rain is forecast, this Lilydale cafe owner must decide whether to sandbag his business

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

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WATCH: Heart-pounding chilli pork

Newsletter: Drain strains and 'dale tales

Every time rain is forecast, this Lilydale cafe owner must decide whether to sandbag his business

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

WATCH: Lilydale or Lillydale?

Newsletter: Emergency care minus the waiting room

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

WATCH: Lilydale or Lillydale?

Newsletter: Emergency care minus the waiting room

From illusionists to trainee puppies: Kids’ events across Melbourne’s east in September

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

“Take the pressure off”: More than 36,000 in Melbourne’s east used a virtual emergency department last year

Newsletter: Cars, trains, buses and parking spots

Maroondah council considering Ringwood East park sale despite residents’ concerns over lost parkland

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