My Neighbourhood
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Max Langshaw on spending much of his life in the clouds
Community and family have kept Max Langshaw firmly grounded, even though much of his life has been spent in the clouds. He talks to Esther…
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Rex Pilgrim on volunteering with the SES, CFA and Scouts
As a volunteer with groups including the SES, CFA and Scouts, Gisborne’s Rex Pilgrim says there’s always something to keep him busy. He talks with…
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Chieko Hester immerses herself in Gisborne’s art scene
Japanese-born origamist Chieko Hester tells reporter Matt Crossman it wasn’t until she moved to Gisborne that she immersed herself in the art world. How…
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My Place: Gavin Ward
Sunbury vicar Gavin Ward tells reporter Matt Crossman that Sunbury’s charm remains, despite the challenges. What’s your tie to the area? I am the…
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My Place: Kristen Leich
Having grown up in a US military family, Opera Australia chorus singer Kristen Leich has travelled widely. The former New York City Opera performer and…
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7 things to do in Sunbury/Macedon Ranges
Arabic sounds a’calling Get swept away on a magic carpet ride when ARIA award-winning oud performer Joseph Tawadros (pictured) and friends perform at Kyneton town…
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My Place: Cecelia Roode
Born in Zimbabwe and coming to Gisborne via South Africa and Sydney, Cecelia Roode tells Matt Crossman she’s glad to call the Macedon Ranges home.…
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My Place: Deb Mitrevics
Riddells Creek mother of two Deb Mitrevics juggles two jobs and a string of voluntary roles, but she tells Matt Crossman that it’s not really…
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My Place: Natalie Harrison
SunFest fun run co-ordinator Natalie Harrison tells Matt Crossman that the 40th year of the festival, held over three days on the Village Green next…
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My Place: Sharina Mayman
Bullengarook’s Sharina Mayman, 15, created a youth awareness campaign to tackle issues around bullying and mental health. The Macedon Ranges’ young citizen of the year…
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My Place: Tony McMahon
Sunbury Agricultural Show president Tony McMahon was named the town’s citizen of the year during the Kiwanis Club’s annual Australia Day breakfast at the Village…
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My Wyndham: Louise Thompson
If you’ve had a baby at Werribee Mercy Hospital, chances are you’ve met Louise Thompson. The maternity department nurse unit manager was there when it…













