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Dogs seized after attacks
By KATH GANNAWAYHEALESVILLE residents Elaine Thorpe and Ray Martin have called for a crackdown on irresponsible dog owners following recent attacks on livestock in Valley…
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Police blame fourwheeldrive for signs damage
HEALESVILLE police believe a fourwheel drive vehicle may have damaged signs and pine log guard rails opposite Healesville Sanctuary between 4 and 5 September. Sgt…
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Crime wave hits
By Dion TeasdaleHEALESVILLE was struck by a crime wave over the Melbourne Cup long weekend, with nine commercial premises burgled. Police believe one person is…
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Environment champions hailed
By Dion Teasdale TWO Yarra Valley champions of the environment have won top honours in the 2006 Regional Landcare Awards and earned high praise from…
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Protestors slammed for Parliament disruption
THE behaviour of Plug the Pipe protestors who disrupted the first day of Parliament has been condemned by the Minister for Northern Victoria and Parliamentary…
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CFA needs YOU!
By Kath GannawayCFA volunteer Silas Miller is urging other community members to become involved in CFA for the safety of their local community. Mr Miller…
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Firebugs blamed for six blazes
DELIBERATELY lit fires erupted into a full-blown blaze near the town of Glenburn, about 4 kilometres north of Steels Creek over the weekend. The six…
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School attendance tick
By Kath GannawayAN INITIATIVE by Woori Yallock Primary School has been taken up by the Department of Education and Training for a state-wide campaign aimed…
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Cork pops for winery
By Dion Teasdale TWO long-awaited commercial projects at Healesville’s east end are expected to open for business within six months. The Beechworth Bakery is scheduled…
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Family time is a real cut above rest
By Kath GannawayESPECIALLY Hair is well established as one of a number of local Woori Yallock businesses which have become part of everyday life for…
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Determined team show
U10: A great effort from every player against a very determined Woori Yallock side. A very disciplined team performance with players protecting the backline, manning…
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Delight as ‘elves’ deliver gifts
By Kath GannawayHEALESVILLE Primary School will be adding a new category to its Christmas gift appeal for nursing home and hostel residents next year. In…