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Yarra Ranges Council offers new water and energy saver kits

Community members can test their home to make sure they’re getting the most out of their energy and water use, with free kits available...

Waratah Wildlife Shelter set to move into new Big Pats Creek location

A small wildlife shelter operator had her dreams realised as she moved into a new, purpose built property that will house more wildlife and...

State Memorial for The Honourable Dr Race Mathews

A State Memorial Service to celebrate the life of The Honourable Dr Race Mathews will be held at 11.30 am on Friday 23 May...

Yarra Ranges Council will investigate funding ongoing maintenance of existing CCTV network

Yarra Ranges Council (YRC) is going to investigate funding the auditing, replacement and ongoing maintenance of existing CCTV cameras in Healesville. Healesville resident Penelle walked...

Emergency services levy set to pass after ‘dirty deal’

Contentious legislation to raise an extra $2.1 billion for emergency services is set to pass with last-minute funding guarantees and rebates for drought-hit farmers. Ahead...

Yarra Centre to close for maintenance works

The Yarra Centre will be closed on Sunday 18 May 2025 for essential electrical works linked to the stadium court rebuild. The centre will be...

Strengthening actions against invasive weeds and pets

The State Government is helping community groups to protect their local environments, industries, and cultural heritage from biosecurity threats through another round of the...

Where are my rates going? Yarra Ranges Council minor works update April 2025

Do you find yourself wondering what your rates are funding in the Upper Yarra? When we, hard working residents of the Yarra Ranges, pay our...

Yarra Ranges Council update Special Rate and Charge Scheme Policy

Yarra Ranges Council has refreshed its Special Rate and Charge Scheme policy at the Tuesday 13 May council meeting. Special charges have become more important...

Yarra Junction’s future outlined as council adopts place plan

The Yarra Ranges Council delivered its vision for Yarra Junction’s future at the 13 May council meeting with the Yarra Junction Place Plan. The...

Wesburn planned burn to ignite soon

Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) and Country Fire Authority (CFA) advise that the Wesburn - Mineshaft Hill Track planned burn, located at 2km south...

Eastern Health’s Palliative Care Week message focuses on awareness

This Palliative Care Week (11 – 17 May), Eastern Health’s clinical director supportive and palliative care Dr Aaron Wong touches on the importance of...

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