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Three… ways to enjoy the AFL Grand Final

Just because all Victorian teams have been knocked out of this year’s AFL premiership battle does not mean this week should be without celebration...

Over a million tulips on display at Silvan’s Tulip Festival

The Tesselaar Tulip Festival 2024 is set to dazzle visitors from Saturday 14 September to Sunday 13 October, featuring a spectacular display of over...

Local advocates revive calls for the end of kangaroo harvesting

Woori Yallock resident and former President of the Australian Wildlife Protection Council Peter Preuss has reignited his calls for kangaroo protection in the Yarra...

Jane Stormer running to become O’Shannassy Ward Councillor

Born and raised locally, O’Shannassy Ward Council candidate Jane Stormer moved to Melbourne for 25 years before returning to the Upper Yarra to raise...

Wil Mikelsons is the Greens candidate for the O’Shannassy Ward

Wil Mikelsons is running to become the O’Shannassy Ward Councillor for Yarra Ranges Council in the October Council elections. Mr Mikelsons is a candidate for...

Shed bursts into flames in Launching Place

A shed fire in Launching Place on Thursday 26 September is a timely reminder for residents to make sure any hydrants or water access...

Branded Burgers and Bar to reopen in November after fire damage

Branded Burgers and Bar’s comeback story is nearing completion, with an official reopening in the coming months. The popular Seville restaurant will return in November...

Community links closed for Cup Day

Yarra Ranges Council's Community Links are closed for the AFL Grand Final Eve public holiday. They will reopen on Monday 30 September at their normal...

Victoria Police commence Operation Scoreboard

Police are warning there will be zero tolerance for drink and drug driving over the AFL Grand Final long weekend. Operation Scoreboard, which kicks off...

Woori Yallock prospector helps return dumped mining artefact

A Woori Yallock resident has helped recover a precious stolen artefact for a historic mining community. Nick Smith and a friend were out prospecting in...

David Eastham elects not to run again for Chandler Ward Councillor

Former Chandler Ward Councillor David Eastham has chosen not to nominate for another term as a councillor, stepping aside after one term. Mr Eastham was...

Scholarships to support a strong mental health workforce

The State Government is ramping up efforts to strengthen the mental health workforce, announcing nearly 300 scholarships and grants aimed at helping professionals upskill...

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Yarra Ranges, Maroondah councils receive grants to support diverse kindergarteners

The Victorian Government is supporting more children from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds to access and attend kindergarten. Minister for Children Lizzie Blandthorn announced...