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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…
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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…
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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 Partnerships…
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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…
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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…
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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 plan,…
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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 east…
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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 having…
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Elbow wrap recalled due to risk of burns
A heated elbow wrap was recalled from shelves on 13 May after users reported the wrap to overheat and cause burns. The Australian Competition and…
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Sussan Ley to take charge
Sussan Ley will face the monumental task of rebuilding the Liberal Party after being elected its first female leader with nuclear champion Ted O’Brien deputy.…
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Shameless alleged break in and robbery in Monbulk
A brazen early morning break-in at a Monbulk bike store has left behind a trail of damage and stolen goods. The Cog Bike Store along…
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‘Deadbeats’ trash Warburton Trail and cause thousands in damages
The Warburton Trail was trashed by vandals recently which resulted in thousands of dollars worth of damages. Upper Yarra resident Frank (who requested for his…
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