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Democracy without freedom of speech?
January is when we start easing back into our yearly routines. The chaos of Christmas behind us,. Xmas leftovers finally eaten; newly minted New Year…
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Thirsty? Here’s where you can get free water refills in the Yarra Ranges
Caught with an empty drink bottle while you’re out in town? Thanks to Yarra Valley Water’s new Refiller Cafes map, you’ll always know where the closest spot is to stock…
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Yarra Ranges teen charged for antisemitic attack in St Kilda East
Moorabbin Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested a teenage boy from the Yarra Ranges following a report of antisemitic behaviour in St Kilda East earlier this week. The 15-year-old was…
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Kids who can, heartwarming funds raised
After seeing the news about Victorian families losing their homes in the recent fires, a pair of young children wanted to help and began a local can collection to do…
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Yarra Ranges and Maroondah record concerning uptick in demand for homelessness support services
The increasingly dire circumstances of people experiencing homelessness have been captured in the Council to Homeless Persons’ new Victorian Homelessness Heatmap. The local government areas (LGAs) of the Yarra Ranges…
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Girl rescued by helicopter after fall at Seven Acre Rock
A teenage girl who fell over 150 metres from Seven Acre Rock in Gembrook was rescued by helicopter on Monday 18 January. The girl was exploring the popular sightseeing spot…
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Carers Connect at Seville Community House
Young adult carers will have the chance to connect and network at the Seville Community House’s Carers Connect event. It takes place on 28 January at 10.30am at the Carriage…
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Local wildlife rescuers respond to the fire ground, full impact not yet known
The devastating effects of January’s bushfires are yet to be fully felt, but wildlife rescuers, carers and veterinarians are doing their best to save and rehabilitate as many animals as…
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Road works in Wesburn
Road works are taking place along Old Warburton Road in Wesburn on Thursday 22 January. One lane will be closed between 7am and 4pm while works are completed by Yarra…
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Campfire Caution Urged this Long Weekend
Amid the current bushfire emergency and increased fire risk across the coming days, authorities are warning that caution around campfires will be critical over the long weekend. Forest Fire Management…
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Garden Buddies: Lend a hand at Edible Warburton
The garden at Edible Warburton needs a hand from the community this Thursday, 22 January. It’s a great opportunity to connect with like minded people while caring for your surroundings.…