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Drug consumption report reveals record highs while survey finds people don’t know where to turn for help
The 22nd report from the National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Program was released on Thursday 11 July, giving a recent snapshot of Australia’s drug use. The…
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Hydrogen fuel cells are installed across the Yarra Valley
The Yarra Valley is ready to deal with the extreme weather conditions as the State Government has been investing in renewable hydrogen to keep Victorians…
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First Nations utility involvement
Setting an ambitious goal to ensure that 8 percent of their active suppliers are certified First Nations-owned businesses by 2030, Yarra Valley water has committed…
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FOGO review: Environmental outcomes positive but advocacy still needed
With six months passing since the introduction of food organics and garden organics (FOGO) bins in the Yarra Ranges, a mid-year review proved its effectiveness…
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Yarra Ranges Council continues to support calls for short-term rental regulation
Yarra Ranges Council has issued a statement on the management of short-term rental accommodation (STRA) and the impact it has on the region. Yarra Ranges…
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Yarra Ranges Council approve revised Community Engagement Policy
Yarra Ranges Council has approved a revised Community Engagement Policy at the Tuesday 9 July council meeting. The Community Engagement Policy was first adopted in…
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Small Business Bus heading to Yarra Junction
Business Victoria’s Small Business Bus is stopping by Yarra Junction on Monday 14 July. Whether you’re starting, building or transforming your business, the Small Business…
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Police crackdown on illegal deer hunting
Instances of illegal deer hunting in the Upper Yarra have risen again, prompting local police to call on hunters to make sure they are doing…
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March quarter has Yarra Ranges cautious
Victoria’s tourism industry and its major events calendar put $39.3 billion into the state’s economy during the year ending March 2024 but regional tourism operators…
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Volunteer astronomers capture fireball
A clear image of a fireball was captured on camera by volunteers at Mount Burnett Observatory (MBO) recently as several of the meteors made their…
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Get snapping for annual Upper Yarra Community Bank Calendar Competition
It’s time to take your favourite Upper Yarra Photo and enter the 2025 Community Bank Calendar Competition. The search is on for 12 images that…
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Amended conditions for Yarra Junction subdivision approved by VCAT
VCAT Member Cassandra Rea has directed Yarra Ranges Council to modify the conditions of a previously issued planning permit for a Yarra Junction property. Applicant…
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