UPPER YARRA

Warburton Highway closed between Seville roundabout and Sunnyside Road, Seville East due to crash

VicTraffic is reporting that the Warburton Highway is closed in both directions between Monbulk-Seville Road and Station Road, Seville (the Seville roundabout) and Sunnyside...

Lightning sparks upwards of 200 fires across Victoria

Fires, sparked by lightning, have in recent weeks been popping up across the Yarra Ranges and around the state, from severe to minor. Early...

Rotary Club of Wandin’s Family Fun Day rescheduled

The Rotary Club of Wandin's Free Family Fun Day which was originally pencilled in for Monday 27 January has a new date after extreme...

Watch out for scams

Yarra Valley puts on a show as golfers take to the tee

Battle recommenced on the open Eastern Golf Course. After negotiating the partial closure of Victoria Road, the combatants all arrived ready for the 7.30am...

Home ground advantage scores plenty of medals

A wet and windy day one of Eastern Region Track and Field Championships, this year held at Morrison Reserve, Mt Evelyn, home of Yarra...

All four Wandin sides in the finals hunt

As the season nears its crucial final stretch, our teams put on some outstanding performances this week, with thrilling finishes, disciplined bowling, and vital...

Great win for Lusatia Park 3rd XI

It was the second day of the Lusatia Park 1st XI's game against Lilydale and looking to chase down the target of a very...

Winners are grinners at Yarra Junction Boling Club’s Barefoot Bowls

It’s been another great week at the Yarra Junction Bowling Club as the season winds down slowly. The six-week barefoot bowls sessions have come...

Over $1200 raised at Warburton Bowls Club’s Pink Ribbon Day

Two wins from three Pennant games highlighted this week of bowls for the Warburton Bowls Club with both Weekend Pennant teams holding on to...

Meet the Makers this month in the Warburton Waterwheel Gallery

A collective of crafters have convened for the exhibition in the Warburton Waterwheel Gallery this month. Meet the Makers opened on Tuesday 4 February and...

Mysterious slime moulds up close

Slime moulds are amazing and you can find them right here in the Yarra Ranges. I know what you’re thinking, amazing isn’t the first...

Warburton photographer Kate Baker to feature in The Other Art Fair

A Warburton photographer is featuring in a mass art expo in Port Melbourne this week. Kate Baker is one of over 100 independent artists displaying...

Body of Empowerment exhibition returns in April

After a popular first showing in 2024, Body of Wellbeing Limited (BOWL)’s Body of Empowerment exhibition is making a return in April. Held in March...

Young Yarra Junction violinist taking her place among the best in orchestra

A 15-year-old violinist from Yarra Junction is making waves in the music world, becoming one of the youngest, if not the youngest, violinist to...

Under a summer sun: music fest heads to Valley to support young people

There’s nothing quite like seeing iconic Australian music artists perform under an open sky in summer especially when it’s for a good cause. Summer...

Here for your automotive needs

Yarra Glen Automotive prides itself on providing the best experience for its customers. Specialising in tyre and puncture repairs, wheel alignment, logbook and general servicing...

Decades of service in Woori Yallock

For nearly four decades, Woori Community House has stood as a cornerstone of community life in Woori Yallock, providing essential services and fostering connections...

Go wild and visit the zoo

On a stunning 12 ha property with sweeping views to Mt Buller and beyond is a very special place where Dr Doolittle dreams of...

Treat hospitality staff with respect

Summer can be a great time for dining out, but it can be a hetic and difficult time for those working in kitchens and...

Get your outdoor area summer ready

As we enter the summer festive season, you may notice that your outdoor area is looking a little worse for wear. Perhaps the deck...

Get ready to rally at the Yarra Valley Pro Rodeo in 2025

Dust of your hats and grab your boots for a fun-filled night of thrills and spills of Rodeo action amongst neighbouring world-class wineries of...

Range of portable pools sold at big online retailers recalled

Décor Innovations has issued a recall of a number of products in its 'Charlie's Pet Pool' range as they do not comply with the...

Yarra Valley Water releases annual Drinking Water Quality Report

Yarra Valley Water has released its Annual Drinking Water Quality Report 2023-24 which highlights rigorous testing with over 70,000 water quality tests – an...

Zonzo’s huge step for new adventure

After a renowned cellar door and restaurant left Healesville, a local winery purchased the property to fill the gap and keep the Yarra Valley’s...

Clubs pre-empted the ‘bad news’ before fire at Lilydale grandstand

A suspicious fire, which left a section of the grandstand at Lilydale Recreation Reserve unusable, was not unexpected after months of damage and vandalism....

Minor works completed by Council crews in the Upper Yarra

Yarra Ranges Council crews were busy across the Yarra Ranges in January, making community spaces better every day with minor works spanning from refreshing...

Snap issue and solve it

Yarra Ranges Council claimed victory in the Inclusive Excellence Award at the Snap Send Solve's 2024 Solver of the Year Awards.  The award is presented...

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Yarra Valley puts on a show as golfers take to the...

Battle recommenced on the open Eastern Golf Course. After negotiating the partial closure of Victoria Road, the combatants all arrived ready for the 7.30am...