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Bin it or face years behind bars: machete ban begins
Victoria’s ban on machetes has begun, with penalties of up to two years’ jail or a fine of more than $47,000 for people who break…
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Information wanted on trailer theft on Little Yarra Rd
Yarra Junction police are appealing for witnesses after the theft of a trailer from Little Yarra Steiner School, Yarra Junction. The theft took place on…
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Monbulk teen honoured for heroic acts
Monbulk College Year 7 student Zanda Davidson has been recognised with the Monbulk Rotary Club’s Youth Triple Zero (000) Hero Award for his remarkable actions…
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Yarra Junction Community Link temporarily closed due to damage
The Yarra Junction Community Link has temporarily closed after a traffic incident earlier this morning on 1 September. Though no one was injured, the incident…
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Yarra Ranges Councill is not joining national campaign to support people seeking asylum
The Yarra Ranges Council rejected the Healesville Rural Australians for Refugees (RAR)’s invitation to join other local governments for the national campaign to support people…
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10,000 Glasses for kids
The state government is helping ease cost-of-living pressures for families by providing free prescription glasses to students in need through the Glasses for Kids program,…
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Public artwork ‘Djirra Binak’ opens to all
A striking piece of public artwork was launched with a Smoking Ceremony and education program last week in the Dandenong Ranges. The ‘Djirra Binak’ (Reed…
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Misplaced blame and understanding the long history of Israel-Palestine
The Israel-Palestine war is one of long, complex history, with many forming varying viewpoints and debate over Australia’s approach to the conflict’s resolution. As the…
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‘Heart’ of the community: Reefton CFA’s awards night recognises longstanding devotion
The Reefton CFA celebrated the efforts of its devoted members at its annual dinner and awards night in early August. Held at the Reefton Hotel…
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Sport
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Olinda-Ferny Creek and Monbulk rise in premier football finals
Football Premier Division (Finals Week 1) Seniors: QF Olinda-Ferny Creek 14.7.91 def Woori Yallock 12.15.87; EF Monbulk 13.19.97 def Healesville 10.4.64 Reserves: QF Mt. Evelyn…
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Unexpected medical episode curtails V.V.Vs
The V.V.Vs: Well, loyal readers, our Monday morning girls can’t take a trick. The field on this day, was progressing steadily through the front nine,…
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Horse Talk
Not the greatest weather for three days of jumping at Shirley Heights EC over the weekend, however, it had some great rounds on brilliantly designed…
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Warburton bowls is back
The Warburton Bowls Club is eagerly looking forward to the start of the 2025/2026 Summer Pennant Season with training commencing this Thursday 4 September from…
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Warburton barefoot waterskier to represent Australia at world championships
Warburton local and barefoot waterskier Glenn Porter is heading to France to compete in the World Masters Barefoot Championships in September. He will represent Australia…
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Monbulk dominates officer
Football Premier Division (Round 18) Seniors: Monbulk 13.4.82 def Officer 5.6.36; Healesville 13.13.91 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 12.10.82; Wandin 12.19.91 def Upwey-Tecoma 9.11.65; Olinda-Ferny Creek 18.8.116 def…
Entertainment
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Healesville Sanctuary crowded with local drinks
Healesville Sanctuary once again became a venue for local drinks to connect with a wider audience over the weekend of 30-31 August. The local zoo…
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Everyone can be a community radio presenter like Cora Zon
The opportunity to be on community radio came to Cora Zon out of the blue in July 2014, after the opening of Exit Theatre’s production…
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Nod to the daffodil
Spring has sprung, and the vibrant yellow colours of the season are peeping through trees and across the hills. The distinctive golden daffodil, a firm…
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Spring Show around the corner
Sassafras will be the site of the Ferny Creek Horticultural Society’s beloved annual Spring Show on the weekend of 6 and 7 September. The Spring…
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Live to Ground introduces Victorian music scene
Live to Ground is on air from 9pm to midnight every Tuesday at Yarra Valley FM, focused on the music scene in Victoria. The radio…
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Collaborate! unites Yarra Ranges choirs in a celebration of music and community
The musical prowess of some of the Yarra Ranges’ most established choirs will be on show at the end of this month as they come…
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Range of classes at Woori
Woori Community House is thrilled to announce that our comprehensive Term Three program is now available, featuring an exciting blend of both brand-new offerings and…
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Magic of wood fire heating
There’s something truly magical about stepping through your front door on a frosty July evening to be greeted by the gentle crackle of burning logs…
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Pump up for paintball fun
Looking for a thrilling and action-packed activity these school holidays? Paintball Skirmish has you covered with experiences tailored for all ages—yes, even the younger adventurers!…
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50 years of Yarra Valley Gas
A stalwart of a local business is set to raise the bar this year and celebrate a remarkable milestone. 2025 marks 50 years of Yarra…
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Evolution of wood heating
When Christian Bergmoser founded Euro Fireplaces in 2010, he brought a fresh vision to the wood heating industry: creating solutions that combine aesthetic appeal with…
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Millwarra Primary School’s stellar start to the year
Millwarra Primary School has had a wonderful start to 2025, with Melanie Hancock assuming the role of Principal. The entire school community participated in establishing…
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Outer East netball finals promises a nerve-racking weekend
It’s finals time for Outer East netball as teams clash in a fight for the cup. The Premier Division Netball’s first finals round will take…
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Footy finals round kicks off for Premiers Division
It’s finals time for the Outer East Football Netball League as football teams dig in for the last matches of the 2025 season. In the…
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Spring rains to swing bushfire forecast
The spring outlook for bushfires in Australia has been released, and while the forecast may change for some areas, preparation is key for the months…
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Dandenong Ranges forecast for high winds, alerts issued
High and damaging winds are expected across much of Melbourne today and this evening and emergency services are issuing alerts for residents to be aware…
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Police shot Yarra Junction man eight times to stop assault, a court has heard
It took police two taser rounds and eight gunshots to stop Yarra Junction man Justin Filardo from trying to kill his sister, a court has…
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Thousands of RACV insurance claims highlight storm preparation necessity
With storms costing Victorians millions of dollars in damage annually and accounting for 80 per cent of all Victoria State Emergency Service (SES) callouts, RACV…