News
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Bushfire on Rosella Rd, Wesburn
CFA brigades are responding to a small bushfire on Rosella Rd, Wesburn, today 15 September. An incident was put out on VicEmergency at 3.17pm and…
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Local organisations encouraged to sign up for Upper Yarra Community Group Showcase
ADRA Community Care Centre – Redwood are looking for more groups to join its Upper Yarra Community Group Showcase in November. The community showcase takes…
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Strong winds to whip Victoria today
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for 15 September which includes the Yarra Ranges region. Damaging winds averaging 60 to 70…
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Free Bingo Night at the Warburton Golf Club this October
The Warburton Golf Club is hosting a free bingo night as part of celebrations for Get Online Week. The free night is on 22 October…
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AusNet aerial inspections in the Yarra Ranges
AusNet will be in the Yarra Ranges undertaking aerial inspections from Monday 15 to Friday 19 September. Locations include Warburton, Warburton East, Belgrave South, Big…
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Warburton’s printing legend hangs up the tools after 80 years
One of Warburton’s oldest businesses, the family run printing company L.S. Gill and Son has hung up its tools after 80 years of service to…
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Warburton Golf Club open day
Come join the Warburton Golf Club’s open day on Sunday 21 September. From 11am to 2pm, join the club for an afternoon of barefoot bowls,…
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Produce, passion and people at the heart of ECOSS Spring Twilight Market
Rain, hail or shine, the vibes were blooming at the Yarra Valley ECOSS Spring Twilight Market on 12 September. People flowed in and throughout the…
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Emergency services confident after MTB rescue exercise success
A successful exercise by the Upper Yarra SES has given the Upper Yarra community faith in its ability to respond to mountain bike rescues. The…
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Sport
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Burras bask in grand final glory
The day had come – it was the Division One Senior Football Grand Final. Burras faced Seville at Yarra Glen, and with anticipation buzzing throughout…
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Duivenvoordenhas wins as V.V.Vs returns
The V.V.V.s: A smallish field contested today’s comp. After being away up north in recent times, Anneleese Duivenvoordenhas returned to golf and found her top…
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Win for Wagenaar
The Winter Intra Club Competitions have concluded with Fred Wagenaar defeating Garry Lewis in the Singles Final. In the Pairs Final, Mat Stoessiger and Mark…
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Horse Talk
Last Wednesday, the Shirley Heights mid-week Spring Series kicked off for Round 1 and the winners were: Inter – Sami Bell on Mayfield Zander. PSG…
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Harlie reps the Ranges
Hard work and intensive training have seen an up-and-coming 10-year-old athlete cross state borders while representing Yarra Ranges and Victoria in a national comp. A…
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Winner blitzes the field
There was no V.V.V. Comp this week, as the Club hosted a Senior’s event on the Monday. The V.V.V’s will definitely be back next week,…
Entertainment
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Wilde’s witty work a must see at Lilydale Theatre
With a witty script that is undeniably and wonderfully Oscar Wilde, the Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre Company takes on his highly regarded The Importance of Being…
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A year of firsts: Donna Legg prepares first solo exhibition
After being appointed Mont De Lancey’s first artist-in-residence in March, Wandin’s Donna Legg will host her first solo exhibition in September. “It is a bit…
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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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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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More News
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Council pass controversial Hoddle Street planning application
After a lengthy debate, a planning application for a 25 lot subdivision in Yarra Junction was approved at the 9 September Yarra Ranges Council meeting.…
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Local First Nations leaders excited as Treaty tabled in Victorian parliament
Victoria is the first state in Australia to table a treaty in its Parliament in a move welcomed by mob across the state. Widely expected…
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Latest round of Yarra Ranges Council Capital Development Grants approved
The latest round of Capital Development Grants was approved at the Tuesday 9 September Yarra Ranges Council meetings with a number of local recreational clubs…
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Goated walk and talk at Haining Farm
Farmers, park rangers and environmental enthusiasts gathered together at Haining Farm to learn about the fascinating world of the Liwik Barring Landscape Conservation Area (LCA)…
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Transition period led to long-term delays in home care
The release of an additional 20,000 Home Care packages by the Federal Government was welcome news, but has highlighted just how long many older Australians…
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Two different refugees’ stories
Following two articles in previous weeks, Star Mail delved into the Chin community, one of the ethnic groups in Myanmar, and the story of Healesville…