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25.01.2022 Eastland is offering free meals made by Glen Park Community Centre for those doing it tough. Find out where you can get them from.

25.01.2022 Not a bad idea for those of you who missed out on having your formal this year.

25.01.2022 Bin day in Melbournes outer east has been taken to another level with a council promoting poetry on rubbish trucks and wheelie bins. But the idea has been trashed by some ratepayers. What do you think of the idea? https://bit.ly/3c8RhWZ

25.01.2022 There's been less than 30 new cases in Victoria overnight - the first time that's happened since June.

24.01.2022 OPENING DATE REVEALED! Ringwood's reborn Dakota nightclub is about to open its doors - and it'll have a very special tribute to its past as well. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3qOc60X

24.01.2022 Locals fear for the future of the building which has been part of Ringwood's fabric for more than 100 years.

24.01.2022 Parents are backing a Templestowe mums plea to allow Grade 6 students to return to school at the start of Term 4 in big numbers, with fears the students will miss out on experiences theyll never be able to get back. What do you think? https://bit.ly/2Rv06Rf

23.01.2022 TOMORROW: This Remembrance Day honour the memory of homecoming, reunion and sacrifice, and pause for a minute’s silence. Join our Facebook live stream of the service from the Shrine of Remembrance at 10.45am, November 11.

23.01.2022 The fire began in the kitchen and led to a huge response from firefighters.

22.01.2022 Andrew Bogut has been left feeling like a criminal over the Beaumaris dream home conservationists arent fans of. And he says one key controversial feature has already proved its worth.

22.01.2022 Here's a little guessing game for your Sunday night. Can you tell us whereabouts in Maroondah you'll find this guy? We'll give you the answer tomorrow morning.

22.01.2022 SHUT FOR GOOD: The venue is officially no more after it entered administration earlier this year.

22.01.2022 LOCAL SEX OFFENDERS: Former Luther College Croydon student Aran Spottiswood - jailed earlier this year - is among the convicted criminals on Victorias sex offender register. See why hes there.

22.01.2022 TOUR DE VANILLA SLICE Want to plan the ultimate vanilla slice road trip? From country bakeries to suburban gems, here’s our guide to the best in Victoria: http://bit.ly/TourDeVanillaSlice

22.01.2022 Heres the full list of people to appear before Ringwood Magistrates Court today.

21.01.2022 YARRA RANGES: An aspiring nurse caught at a notorious local drug house has attacked police after she was caught with a stack of cannabis. READ MORE HERE https://bit.ly/3mgOFd6

21.01.2022 BOX HILL A scoundrel who binged on vodka daily stole more than $120,000 from her Box Hill Dental boss, who once considered her as a daughter, before blowing the lot on gambling in an awful betrayal. READ MORE HERE https://bit.ly/36cqKY3

21.01.2022 From allowing students to play knife games in class to sending hundreds of inappropriate messages on social media, these are the Melbourne teachers that broke their students trust and paid the price. https://bit.ly/2Hm2BUh

21.01.2022 UNLOCKED: It is the phone call every parent dreads your child has been injured in a fire. Now this outer east family have reached out for help. https://bit.ly/37rO1Fo

21.01.2022 Here's a familiar face which Maroondah's blood donors might be familiar with. Congrats to Kathy Bell who recently notched up 40 years with the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood service. Kathy started with the organisation in 1980 and has been working as a receptionist at the Ringwood centre on Charter St since 2002. I have worked with fabulous staff and have made lifelong friendships over my working career here at Lifeblood and I love the interaction with the donors; they are ...wonderful," she said. You can still make blood donations at the centre despite the current coronavirus restrictions. Call 13 14 95 to book an appointment.

21.01.2022 A few good places to go for a splash here - regardless of the weather.

21.01.2022 Here's the full list of people to appear before Ringwood Magistrates' Court today.

20.01.2022 A man has been rescued by firefighters after his car flipped in Wonga Park. A bystander has relayed his shock at seeing the accident aftermath.

20.01.2022 WANTIRNA/BAYSWATER: A disgruntled computer hacker falling behind on a $495 Nike repayment launched a crippling cyber-attack on Openpay after it came to collect. But the website wasn’t his only victim. GET THE FULL STORY HERE https://bit.ly/38B5Brl

19.01.2022 A teen terror wreaked havoc at 11 properties, including Wandin Park horse riding academy. MORE: https://bit.ly/37jmK8b

19.01.2022 Great news for the SES Maroondah Unit - who have scored $300,000 in State Government funding to upgrade their Croydon base, particularly its leaky roof. The unit's Kevin Poile (centre) said the grant would greatly benefit the unit and its 50+ volunteers, who have been based in the same location since 1987. The funding is being provided through the government's Emergency Services Refurbishment Fund, and Eastern Metropolitan state Labor MP Sonja Terpstra MP said it would "improve the condition of critical infrastructure at the Maroondah SES and ensure they will be able to continue their incredible work keeping the community safe".

19.01.2022 Parents - this is your go-to guide to keeping your kids entertained over the next two weeks.

18.01.2022 Here's the list of everyone appearing at the Ringwood Magistrates' Court today.

18.01.2022 The Croydon man could face nearly 40 charges about the car, which was filled with drugs, guns and ammo.

18.01.2022 Thirty candidates have put their hands up to serve on Maroondah City Council following the close of nominations for the October 24 local government elections yesterday. The council is moving to nine single councillor wards following a VEC review earlier this year. Veteran councillor and four-time mayor Tony Dib (pictured) will serve a fifth term on the council after he was the only nominee for the new Bungalook ward - which covers parts of Bayswater North and Croydon.... The most nominations have been received in nearby Tarralla Ward, with seven candidates standing including current councillor Paul Macdonald. You can check out the full list of nominees at the VEC website.

18.01.2022 MAROONDAH'S BEST BUTCHER: The nominations are in, and now it's time to vote for your favourite Maroondah butcher. There can only be one winner. VOTE NOW: https://bit.ly/3qMEaBS

18.01.2022 A thug who used a hammer to threaten an employee at a Bayswater sex shop had previously been jailed for attacking a Nunawading pharmacist with a metal bar FULL STORY: https://bit.ly/3lREZWw

18.01.2022 Exciting news for fans of Heathmont Jets Football Netball Club.

18.01.2022 HAVE YOUR SAY: Theres been quite a bit of debate online this week about Maroondah City Councils plan to put its new $15 million Ringwood railway station multideck carpark at the historic Blood Brothers building site. Maroondah Leader understands the site has a heritage overlay and no designs have been finalised. But do you think the council should find a new location for the carpark - and if so, where?

17.01.2022 Exciting news for Park Orchards book publisher Ethicool - which has won an $80,000 grant from Amazon.com.au through its Launchpad Innovation Grants program. The company publishes childrens books about the worlds big issues and inspires young readers to create positive change. Each book includes an action page that discusses the issue and encourages readers to explore what they can do to make a difference. Ethicool was one of five businesses in Australia to be awarded a grant through the program. Heres co-founders Teigan Margetts and Stuart French with some of its books.

17.01.2022 Lockdown has changed the way we think about our homes and lifestyles and new build trends are emerging as a result, from the re-emergence of traditional inclusions to innovative new ideas.

16.01.2022 An ex-Commonwealth Bank Croydon staffer claimed she rorted elderly and disabled victims because her family was under threat.

16.01.2022 LET'S BRAG ABOUT MAROONDAH 2020 has been a tough year for our local businesses, so we've teamed up with Matt Preston to brag about our local food champions. Tell Matt about your favourite Maroondah eateries in the survey below - whether it's the best coffee, bakery or restaurant - he wants to hear what we love about where we live: https://bit.ly/MattPrestonFoodSurvey

16.01.2022 A Croydon North unit has been raided for the second time in three months as part of a police operation in Melbourne's outer east. See what they found.

14.01.2022 A night of four-wheel driving in the Yarra Ranges with mates almost turned deadly for a man after his car flipped up to eight times.

14.01.2022 A Ringwood man who allegedly used victims’ stolen credit cards around Maroondah has been arrested by an eagle-eyed detective.

14.01.2022 This Bayswater North beauty therapist fears a stack of hairdressers and home salon owners might close for good if restrictions aren't lifted soon. MORE: https://bit.ly/2GMmVhV

14.01.2022 BLACKBURN NORTH LATEST A woman raised cash for cancer research and held down a long-term job with Coca-Cola. But the prolific dealers life spiralled so badly she was at times living in a car with her dog. Now things have gotten even worse. GET THE FULL STORY HERE https://bit.ly/3mjheIc

13.01.2022 Good news for those of you wanting to take your four-legged friend on one of Melbourne's most popular attractions.

13.01.2022 It's one of the few places Schoolies can get to this year - and police are going to be out in force.

12.01.2022 More than half of the outlets appear to be closed.

12.01.2022 Heres the list of everyone appearing at Ringwood Magistrates Court today.

12.01.2022 Trick or treating is likely to be allowed in regional Victoria this year, but Maroondah kids will have to wait until Sunday to find out if they will be going around to neighbours’ homes door-knocking for lollies: https://bit.ly/319LyvQ Do you think it should be allowed?

12.01.2022 A man who allegedly reversed into a police car in Ferntree Gully then jumped over several fences as he tried to escape.

11.01.2022 Hollie Dunn is urging parents to take advantage of free swimming lessons being offered across Victoria for under-fives after her 20-month-old daughter drowned in their backyard pool. And there is a participating centre in Croydon >>> https://bit.ly/3mn9qVS

11.01.2022 A drug dealer nabbed with almost a kilo of ecstasy caught the eye of a police helicopter after he was clocked doing 200km/h on the Eastern Freeway. VIDEO: Watch exclusive aerial footage of how police in the sky co-ordinated ground units https://bit.ly/3msmjOr

11.01.2022 Diagnosed with COVID-19 at the age of 95 and feeling incredibly weak, Ringwood Easts Vic Cornell phoned his family to say his final goodbyes. But in a show of remarkable strength, the great-grandfather and his partner, Jean, have overcome the virus.

11.01.2022 The family-owned butcher sure is a favourite with locals.

11.01.2022 Healthcare workers are cutting their hours and taking sick leave amid worsening patient behaviour, with police call outs and hardworking staff reduced to tears. Read more here bit.ly/3oJiHsQ

10.01.2022 New COVID-19 cases have emerged in three metro postal areas almost free of the virus - and one of them is in Maroondah. ANALYSIS: https://bit.ly/3kk5bbO Generic picture

10.01.2022 Here's the list of everyone appearing at Ringwood Magistrates' Court today.

09.01.2022 Heres a little guessing game for your Sunday night. Can you tell us whereabouts in Maroondah youll find this guy? Well give you the answer tomorrow morning.

09.01.2022 CHRISTMAS LIGHTS! Melbourne’s best Christmas light displays - including this one in Frodsham Rd, Ringwood - are now sparkling. Plan your route with our interactive map, and add yours or a favourite here https://bit.ly/LeaderChristmasLightsMap

09.01.2022 MOOROOLBARK A scoundrel bookkeeper at a popular Yarra Valley winery fleeced almost $150,000 from her former employer which blew on the pokies. The fraudster admitted her crimes but not without giving her ex-boss a passing shot. GET THE FULL STORY HERE https://bit.ly/3k0yDnm

09.01.2022 NAMED AND SHAMED: Ex-Luther College Croydon student Aran Spottiswood is on Victoria's sex offender register after he blindfolded and raped a 14-year-old girl and filmed it on a GoPro. And he's not the only sex offender on the register who Leader can name: https://bit.ly/32pqgew

09.01.2022 Houses in a raft of northeastern burbs are being snapped up quicker than anywhere else, but for units an outer northwestern postcode reigns. This is where homes are flying off the market.

09.01.2022 Another new store has opened at Eastland! Fresh from Pivot opening up last week, its junior off-shoot, Trybe, is now open on level one next to Cotton On Kids. You can find heaps of awesome sport gear and brands including ADIDAS, Birkenstock, Converse, NIKE, Sunnylife, Lacoste and Timberland.

09.01.2022 Most can only dream of beach days, but a rare chance to own the sand at a home with its own secret beach on the Mornington Peninsula has proved particularly popular amid lockdown.

08.01.2022 BLACKBURN: A renowned violinist who has performed with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and who taught music to children has been exposed as a sicko sex fiend after he was nabbed with vile homemade child pornography. GET THE FULL STORY HERE https://bit.ly/3lErVne

08.01.2022 Maroondah City Council will host its last meeting tonight before it enters caretaker mode ahead of the October 24 council elections. Could we be seeing some councillors faces for the last time? The meeting is set to be a short one - with only the councils annual report and a handful of other committee updates on the agenda. You can tune in from 7.30pm to watch it online via the councils website at this link: https://bit.ly/2ZRlJjh

07.01.2022 A popular Wah Wah Lounge DJ and former Xavier College student once described as one of the hottest young talents around stalked his ex-girlfriend and threatened to share explicit photos and videos of her on social media after their love went sour. MORE: https://bit.ly/3hx5HRF

07.01.2022 A platypus has been found killed in a suspected dog attack in Cockatoo. The tiny mammal had extensive injuries and authorities are looking for who is responsible - https://bit.ly/3a9V4nY

07.01.2022 Deals are still being done in Melbournes locked-down market, but only a handful are willing to take the punt of purchasing homes sight-unseen, as auctions suffer a shocking annual decline.

07.01.2022 LAST CHANCE TO VOTE!! Who will take the title of Maroondah's best butcher?! Get behind your favourite and vote for either BJ's Meats Ringwood, Meat Savvy or Heathmont Village Organic Butchers ASAP! DETAILS: https://bit.ly/3gB4Mkn

06.01.2022 Theres been less than 30 new cases in Victoria overnight - the first time thats happened since June.

06.01.2022 Gyms in Melbournes outer east are feeling the pinch with several closing under the strain of lockdown restrictions and another facing huge debt. But find out what this Kilsyth muscle hub is doing to reopen - https://bit.ly/35OQLMK

05.01.2022 This man - already serving time for a jewellery theft at Eastland - has faced court for an earlier alleged theft from a chemist. You wont believe what he allegedly swiped: https://bit.ly/32Kueia

05.01.2022 HAPPY HOLIDAYS! We're taking a short break and we'll see you in 2021. Stay safe and enjoy! - Kiel and the Maroondah Leader team.

05.01.2022 Locals fear for the future of the building which has been part of Ringwoods fabric for more than 100 years.

05.01.2022 The requirement to find a home is unquestionably essential, argues a petition for the relaxation of real estate restrictions. And most would be content with one small yet significant change.

05.01.2022 HAVE YOUR SAY: There's been quite a bit of debate online this week about Maroondah City Council's plan to put its new $15 million Ringwood railway station multideck carpark at the historic Blood Brothers building site. Maroondah Leader understands the site has a heritage overlay and no designs have been finalised. But do you think the council should find a new location for the carpark - and if so, where?

04.01.2022 The closure will leave only one bank branch left in the suburb, with customers asked to use services in Croydon instead.

04.01.2022 BLACK FRIDAY BARGAINS: Your ultimate guide to the best deals at Eastland and other centres close to home is here.

03.01.2022 NAMED AND SHAMED: Ex-Luther College Croydon student Aran Spottiswood is on Victorias sex offender register after he blindfolded and raped a 14-year-old girl and filmed it on a GoPro. And hes not the only sex offender on the register who Leader can name: https://bit.ly/32pqgew

03.01.2022 BLACKBURN A scoundrel bookkeeper rorted $475,000 from close friends who had to sell their family run IT company leading to 20 staff getting sacked while the fraud splashed the cash doing up his plum Blackburn home. READ THE FULL STORY HERE https://bit.ly/3iztC4h

03.01.2022 LATEST: A ‘predatory’ Monash Uni sicko who filmed his schoolgirl sex attack with a GoPro could be banged up for longer than expected.

03.01.2022 Here's a list of everyone appearing at the Ringwood Magistrates' Court today.

02.01.2022 Kudos to the The Rotary Club of Croydon & Montrose Australia and Bayswater North Primary School for joining forces for their Christmas Kindness Appeal. The club and the school have taken donated items, put them into special hampers, and given them to those doing it tough and those who have done great things helping the school community this year. Here's students Heath and Mitchell - the children of club member Kylie Knight-Brown - giving the hampers to school's crossing supervisors, John and Colleen.

02.01.2022 Heres a familiar face which Maroondahs blood donors might be familiar with. Congrats to Kathy Bell who recently notched up 40 years with the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood service. Kathy started with the organisation in 1980 and has been working as a receptionist at the Ringwood centre on Charter St since 2002. I have worked with fabulous staff and have made lifelong friendships over my working career here at Lifeblood and I love the interaction with the donors; they are ...wonderful," she said. You can still make blood donations at the centre despite the current coronavirus restrictions. Call 13 14 95 to book an appointment.

02.01.2022 Every year at 11 am on 11 Novemberthe eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh monthwe pause to remember those men and women who have died or suffered in all wars, conflicts and peace operations. While we are unable to mark this year’s Remembrance Day by gathering together at the Shrine, we invite you to honour the memory of homecoming, reunion and sacrifice and join us online for a commemorative broadcast.

01.01.2022 Emergency services are responding to a serious incident near a Lilydale shopping centre. More info to come. https://bit.ly/33s2Pki

01.01.2022 MELBOURNE CHILD ABUSE CROOKS: The list of offenders includes a Mitcham man who distributed explicit pictures of children in stores at Eastland. READ MORE: https://bit.ly/2Hf0ykQ

01.01.2022 Being the epicentre of our crippling second wave hasnt stopped Rydges on Swanston from selling to a prominent private developer for a massive sum. See whats next for the quarantine hotel.

01.01.2022 Was there a huge line at your local store?

01.01.2022 HAVE YOUR SAY: Heathmont railway station is set for some major upgrades - but there's been no obvious progress since $1.7 million in works were announced in May. And Campbell St resident Peter is particularly concerned about the proposed $15 million multideck carpark, planned on the corner of Campbell St and Canterbury Rd. He claims Maroondah City Council has been 'reluctant' to discuss concerns with neighbours, and the project will destroy the amenity of the area, particularly the village feel of Heathmont. What are your thoughts on the projects planned at the station?

01.01.2022 It's only the second time in 147 years this amazing property in the hills has been up for sale.