News
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Earlier action underway for bushfire protection
Yarra Ranges Council has made a change to its fire slashing program leading up to the bushfire season. An alternate motion was unanimously carried by…
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Density and diversity the focus for 15 years of housing in the Yarra Ranges
Yarra Ranges Council has moved forward with its draft housing strategy despite still waiting on State government reforms to be implemented. The community will be…
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New street libraries show that Rotary rates reading
The Rotary Club of Wandin were out and about to help foster a love of reading for local schoolchildren and the community with new street…
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Woori Kids Fest a great success
Families flocked to have fun at Kids Fest in Woori Yallock on Thursday 26 October, held from 3pm to 6pm with kids heading over straight…
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Launching Place Primary School welcome all to access their new Community Pantry
A new communal asset at Launching Place Primary School is looking out for those in need. A Community Pantry has been set up at the…
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A letter from the Chief Fire Officer
Reducing bushfire risk to protect life, property and the environment is at the heart of what Forest Fire Management Victoria does. That’s why we’re focused…
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Yarra Ranges Council seeking new members for Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee
Yarra Ranges Council is looking for volunteer community representatives to be part of the Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee for 2024. The following positions are available:…
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Millgrove drink driver loses license after crashing into cars
A man has had his license immediately suspended after he allegedly crashed into two cars in Yarra Junction on the morning of Wednesday 25 October.…
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Community members plead for transport services to stay
Yarra Ranges Council deliberated on proposed changes to their Healthy Ageing Services at the Tuesday 24 October Council meeting with an initial view to step…
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Yarra River risks of Warburton Urban Design Framework raised by riverkeepers
While the inaugural Birrarung Riverfest was an undoubted success, the Yarra Riverkeeper Association (YRA) remain concerned about the long-term health and well-being of the river.…
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Time capsule opening postponed at Warburton Primary School
Some preliminary digging around the 1975 time capsule at Warburton Primary School has revealed multiple time capsules, some from as recently as 2003 – and…
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State parks suffering from theft and damage
Increased alleged acts of vandalism and theft in Bunyip State Park in Gembrook have been destroying the vital native environment over the winter period. Firewood…