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Tuesday, 18 June, 2024
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Expanding his vision
Treasuring Our Trees founder Dave Ferrier in the Lilydale workshop. 412967
For Treasuring Our Trees founder David Ferrier the vision of creating an educational hub was always part of the plan. Now three years after the devastating storm that ripped through the Yarra Ranges, this is the reality and then some. And with more growth in the pipeline, an intention to salvage more trees and a dream of spreading across the country, the stories and lessons from this patch of earth in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges may be the key to more environmentally sustainable solutions. Commemorating and celebrating the anniversary of the storm with an open day was just another way to heal. To read more, turn to page 11
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Outstanding Hills residents recognised for career achievements ...
On the honour roll The Hills were well represented last week when it came time to induct more members of the community in the King’s Birthday honour roll. Joining the Order of Australia was Macclesfield resident Emeritus Professor Michael Buxton, choir conductor, CFA volunteer and Monbulk resident Karen Noonan and Lysterfield’s Sandy Roberts, a legendary television and sports presenter. Each contributing in different ways to the
betterment of their communities, both locally and more broadly, the trio were recognised with the title of either OAM or AM. Mr Buxton has had a huge impression on how the Dandenong Ranges are today, ensuring over-construction of the region was not possible in planning and protection of the environment was key to any building approvals. Leading some of the Hills’ best known
choirs, Ms Noonan has brought social cohesion and togetherness into her performances, especially during times of trauma. And while Mr Roberts may be best known for his presence on TV, it was his fundraising for largely unknown blood cancer Myeloma that was the most gratifying. From Ms Noonan’s state of surprise in receiving the news to Mr Roberts’ feeling of be-
ing humbled and to Mr Buxton’s recognition of team work in individual success, it could be said that all three, in those statements alone, embodied the true meaning of an OAM or AM - seeing their dedication to community as just another part of life and nothing remarkable. And yet, the nominations from their peers would say otherwise. To read more, turn to pages 8 and 9
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