Amendment bringing in tougher penalties for protesters in timber zones passes
An amendment introduced by the State Government to the Sustainable Forests Timber Bill has passed on Thursday 4 August, aiming to ensure stronger penalties...
Upper Yarra SES members recognised for long service
A few Upper Yarra SES members recently received recognition for the length of their service to the unit.
Matt Sparks, Michael Bevis and Julie Young...
Mt Donna Buang summit remains closed following heavy winds
While Donna Buang Rd has been cleared of fallen trees that fell across the road, the Mt Donna Buang Summit remains closed,
Trees falling across...
Recognising the value of beer for International Beer Day
While the beer tax hike this week sees the price of a pint rising in Australia, perhaps beer drinkers can raise a glass in...
House fire in Yellingbo
CFA crews responded to a house fire in Yellingbo on Thursday 4 August.
The fire occurred on Lemongum Rd, with crews notified of reports of...
The Big Anxiety Festival bringing an innovative, artistic perspective to the Yarra Ranges
Art is often thought-provoking, inclusive and immersive, and it will be using all of those qualities to open up a conversation about mental health...
Calling the Yarra Ranges to prepare for Mullets for Mental Health
Black Dog Institute's Mullets for Mental Health camapign is returning in September, and Yarra Ranges residents are encouraged to grow their luscious locks in...
Inflation and cash rate further testing Australians hip pocket nerve
On Tuesday 2 August the Reserve Bank of Australia announced another increase in the cash rate target of 50 basis points to 1.85 per...
Beer tax hike hitting hotels hard as pint could cost as much as $15
Pubs and their patrons have been hit with another setback as the beer excise tax increased from Monday 1 August.
The announcement was made by...
Encouraging planters to get into permaculture
The President of Permaculture Yarra Valley (PYV) Peter Veeken is coming to Yarra Junction Library to share his wealth of knowledge with aspiring farmers...
Closing the Gender Investment Gap
Since launching in July 2021, the Alice Anderson Fund has supported 11 women-led startups to unlock more than $12.5 million of capital, delivered close...
Virtual care providing another option for older Victorians
A new initiative to better connect and coordinate Triple Zero calls – avoiding unnecessary ambulance callouts and trips to hospital – is being introduced...
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Dawn breaks over Seville on Anzac Day
As dawn broke upon the Valley, the Seville community stood to honour those who have served the country.
Beginning at 5.45am, residents had surrounded the...
