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 # Frequenz channels Release Notes
 
+## Summary
+
+<!-- Here goes a general summary of what this release is about -->
+
+## Upgrading
+
+<!-- Here goes notes on how to upgrade from previous versions, including deprecations and what they should be replaced with -->
+
 ## New Features
 
-- An optional `tick_at_start` parameter has been added to `Timer`.  When `True`, the timer will trigger immediately after starting, and then wait for the interval before triggering again.
+<!-- Here goes the main new features and examples or instructions on how to use them -->
 
 ## Bug Fixes
 
-- Fix unterminated code block in a documentation example for `WithPrevious`.
+<!-- Here goes notable bug fixes that are worth a special mention or explanation -->