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Free camping begins across Victoria
Government has boosted regional tourism this summer by making camping free in every national park and state forest in Victoria. Minister for Environment Steve Dimopoulos…
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Upper Yarra residents advised to be aware of planned burn in Noojee
Upper Yarra residents need not be frightened if they notice smoke coming from the direction of Noojee in the upcoming days, Forest Fire Management Victoria…
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High fire fuel predicted, bushfire concern for large parts of the state
Increased bushfire risk has been predicted for large parts of Victoria, with the Yarra Ranges and Cardinia fire danger periods announced ahead of the peak…
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AusNet energy resilience fund opens for round two applications
Applications are now open for the second round of Energy Resilience and Energy Education and Literacy Grants under AusNet’s $12 million Energy Resilience Community Fund…
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World-first social media ban passes in bid to keep children safe
A world-first ban on social media for people younger than 16 will lead to less harm and better outcomes for children, the prime minister says.…
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CFA announces fire danger period for Yarra Ranges, Maroondah and Knox
The fire danger period will be enforced for residents of the Yarra Ranges, Maroondah and Knox from mid-December. CFA has announced fire restrictions for the…
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Three… facts to help combat loneliness among the elderly
Simple interactions can make a difference Regular phone calls, visits, or small gestures like sending a card or flowers can help alleviate loneliness and make…
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UYCE Youth Scholarship applications now open
Upper Yarra Community Enterprise’s (UYCE) 2025 Geoff Vickers Youth Scholarship program is now open for applications. With Students having finished their Year 12 exams, tertiary…
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Free calls to Santa
The stockings are hung, the lights are twinkling, and the countdown to Christmas is on with Santa and his elves once again ready to take…
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Where should Yarra Ranges Council spend rates?
Early planning for the Council 2025/26 Budget is now underway and Yarra Ranges Council want to hear from the community about how it should allocate…
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Violi, Coalition remain forthright in housing debate as Help to Buy bill passes Senate
Housing, or the lack of, has been a topic of discussion in Federal Parliament as the debate over how to provide affordable buy and rent…
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Report reveals about 12,500 people facing homelessness over 10 years died within a year of seeking specialist support
A new feature report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has delved into the outcomes of people who have received support from…












