News
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Lane closure times at Yarra Centre
The Yarra Centre’s lap lanes will be closed at various points from 10 to 14 November. It is due to school swimming. The lanes will…
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Popular Haigh’s chocolate recalled
Well known chocolate brand Haigh’s are recalling its Dark Cherry Chocs 225g product for the presence of an undeclared allergen. Any consumers who have a…
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Remembrance day at Yarra Junction Cenotaph
The town Yarra Junction will honour the invaluable sacrifice made during war for Remembrance Day 2025. The Upper Yarra RSL will host the service, taking…
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Badger Creek Community Garage Sale on this Saturday
Badger Creek Community Garage Sale is on Saturday 15 November from 9am to 1pm at Badger Creek Hall located at 358 Badger Creek Road, next…
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Oakridge Wines takes top award
Yarra Valley’s Oakridge Wines won the Champion Victorian Winery award on Friday 7 November, cementing its reputation as a leader in Victorian winemaking since its…
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Charlie’s fight against cancer sees widespread support
A Launching Place family’s plea for support has seen over $100,000 raised in two weeks after their four-year-old daughter was diagnosed with an extremely rare…
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Harmful ‘forever chemicals’ found in our much-loved marsupials
A new study has found that long-lasting and potentially harmful chemicals might be harming some of our much-loved marsupials. University of Melbourne researchers in the…
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Bargain for a cause at Yarra Junction
A garage sale in Yarra Junction on Saturday 15 November will provide more than just a bargain for the community. Hosted by the Yarra Junction…
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‘Reading, rapping and rhyming’: Woori Yallock students bust a rhyme with Mantra
With the help of a prominent local rapper, Woori Yallock Primary School students channelled their inner lyricist during a unique and engaging experience on 29…
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Sport
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Cricket community mourns for Ben
This weekend’s cricket was played under the heaviest of hearts. The tragic passing of Ben Austin, a young cricketer from Ferntree Gully Cricket Club following…
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Lusatia mourns for Ben
After a tragic week for the cricket community following the untimely passing of young cricketer Ben from the Ferntree Gully Cricket Club, only the senior…
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Double header, double victory for Warby bowls
Warburton Bowls Club hosted a Double Header on the weekend and came away with two victories to lift the Burras confidence. Warburton One played the…
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Horse Talk
Last weekend saw the Horse In The Box Yarra Valley Dressage Club Competition. The winners were: Grand Prix – Louisa Smith on HP Fresco. PSG…
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Eagles soar over Berwick
The much anticipated midweek pennant competition got underway last week but not with the results hoped for. With the tough slow green at Eastern Golf…
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Yarra Junction Bowling Club ready to roll
The winter and spring months didn’t stop the Yarra Junction bowlers from enjoying the sport and getting on the green at any opportunity. A very…
Entertainment
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What’s on in the entertainment world
Burrinja Theatre Tex Perkins & Matt Walker Two of Australia’s most revered musicians unite for a raw, powerful live show, blending new material, timeless covers,…
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Fantastic Film Fantasy night at Healesville Memo Hall
The Yarra Ranges Film Society (YRFS) members and guests enjoyed dressing up for the Rocky Horror Picture Show, which was screened on Tuesday 21 October…
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Arts across the Yarra Ranges
Karralyka The Troubadours – Sounds of the Seventies You’ll enjoy an unforgettable evening sharing the stories and songs of the most beloved musical storytellers of…
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Inaugural Dandenong Ranges Literary Festival just days away
The much-anticipated inaugural Dandenong Ranges Literary Festival will take place on 17 Friday and 18 Saturday. This is your last chance to grab tickets for…
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Experience the best of rural life
Get ready for an exciting showcase of agriculture and rural living as the Wandin Silvan Field Days return for another fantastic year on Friday 17…
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Welcome from the President of Wandin Silvan Field Days
2025 will mark the 56th year we have hosted the Wandin Silvan Farm Field Days, marking a significant milestone achievement and a tribute to all…
In Business – Sponsored
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Agpower returns to the Wandin Silvan Field Days
Agpower is thrilled to be back at this year’s Wandin Silvan Field Days on Friday 17 and Saturday 18 October. As a long time supporter…
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A reputation of reliability now in Ringwood
B.W. Machinery is proud to confirm our participation in the Wandin Silvan Field Days 2026, one of Victoria’s most iconic agricultural and horticultural events. This…
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Whitlands Engineering: Building legendary firewood machinery since 1993
Rural manufacturing company Whitlands Engineering is celebrating it’s 32nd year of business throughout 2025 – marking also a decade of continuous growth despite the challenges…
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Lilydale Valley Views: Retirement living with heart
Where the Yarra Valley meets the Dandenong Ranges, Lilydale Valley Views offers more than a place to live, it’s a vibrant community where retirement is…
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Award-winning local care
Since rebranding in March 2023, TerryWhite Chemmart Wandin North has been dedicated to delivering professional, accessible, and personalised healthcare close to home. Our goal is…
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Refreshingly different, reassuringly Summerset – coming soon to Chirnside Park
We might be new to your neighbourhood, but as one of New Zealand’s most well-known retirement village operators, we’ve been around for a while. In…
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Ben’s Shed receives over $40,000 in grant funding
Ben’s Shed in Yarra Junction will boost its cooking capacity and workshop safety after a successful grant application from the State Government. On 24 October…
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Expressions of interest open to revive Gruyere Primary School
Consultation is ongoing within the Gruyere community to see the town’s local school up and running again. The Department of Education held drop-in sessions for…
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Local vigneron Peter Preuss surveys agribusiness on kangaroo control
Woori Yallock resident and vigneron Peter Preuss is continuing to take on kangaroo control concerns, recently conducting a survey to try and find out whether…
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Appreciate the beauty of porcelain painting at Mont De Lancey
An artistic array of painted porcelain and fine china is on display at the Mont De Lancey Historic Homestead this November. With works from the…
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Healthcare bodies to merge pending minister approval
The boards of Alexandra District Health and Eastern Health are working together to explore how they can strengthen healthcare for their communities and connect care…
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Zak Gully to perform in Belgrave
Not your usual gig spot, a local library will host a free music event to highlight musicians from across the Yarra Ranges. Zak Gully will…