News
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Four e-bikes stolen in Wesburn
Yarra Ranges Crimes Investigation Unit (CIU) is appealing for information after four e-bikes were stolen from Wesburn on 12 August. The models of the e-bikes…
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Local councils partnered with OELLEN for successful career expo
Knox City Council in collaboration with Maroondah City Council, and Yarra Ranges Council and the Outer Eastern Local Learning and Employment Network (OELLEN) brought together…
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Commercial burglary syndicate dismantled
A burglary at a Yarra Ranges electronic store has led to the dismantlement of an alleged syndicate responsible for dozens of commercial burglaries across Melbourne…
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Popular yoghurt brand recalled for undeclared allergens
The popular range of Cocobella yoghurts have been recalled due to the presence of milk, an undeclared allergen. The date markings for the recalled products…
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Upper Yarra Community Banks team up to help end food insecurity
Community Bank Wandin-Seville is collecting food for Foodbank Victoria’s VIC Metro’s Winter Food Drive to provide food for those doing it tough. It came after…
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Student efforts see Warburton Primary to get a new weather station
Warburton Primary School’s environment captains have worked to establish a professional grade weather station and website which will give key insights into the conditions in…
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Plant habitat for the state’s most vulnerable species at Yellingbo Nature Conservation Area
Visit Yellingbo Nature Conservation Area and have fun with like-minded people as you plant habitat for Victoria’s critically endangered faunal emblems at this Birarrung Riverfest…
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Autism advocacy bodies react and respond to NDIS changes
Advocates want certainty on supports provided to children with autism under a major overhaul of the NDIS, as the minister overseeing the scheme tries to…
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Educational walk and talk at Liwik Barring taking place in September
As part of the Birrarung Riverfest, the Transforming Haining Farm – Morning Gathering event is on 10 September, which offers an enriching educational experience about…
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Report recommends increased investment for community health infrastructure
A new report by Infrastructure Victoria has found that investment in community health organisations could play a pivotal role in saving government funds and relieving…
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Fight to save motorbiking events on Sanders Apple Farm escalated to VCAT
The Yarra Ranges Council has rejected over 40 years of evidence from the farm of world champion motorbike racer Daniel “Chucky” Sanders, after the family…
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Two Wandin North trailblazers make way for new bike shed
The cogs are turning on a new bike shed at Wandin North Primary School, thanks to the excellent leadership and initiative of two year-six students.…












