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AN ELDERLY recluse who died leaving a $15 million fortune has unwittingly sparked a legal stoush among peninsula families and charities vying for the cash they say is rightfully theirs. » more

David Clark, whose sister Kendelle died from undiagnosed breast cancer, has urged women to have regular check-ups and seek second opinions if they are unhappy with their original diagnosis. Picture: Jo Fincham.

Mornington woman's death, a life lesson
IN LIFE, Kendelle Clark lived to help others. » more

Funeral office protester Robert Arnold sees red over the plan earlier this year. Council has now given the funeral office the green light.

Council gives approval for Mornington funeral viewing office
DAVA Drive residents and shopkeepers at Mornington are bitterly disappointed that council has approved a funeral "office" planned for their shopping strip. » more

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Langwarrin sign language

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