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Historical societies call for secure funding of digital resource
Trove — the National Library of Australia’s research portal —has been a valuable resource for historians, researchers, academics and journalists since it was first launched…
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Yarra Valley Pro Rodeo returns
The Yarra Valley Pro Rodeo is making a triumphant return for the first time since 2020, coming to the Yarra Glen Racecourse on Saturday 21…
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Seville CFA’s new tanker set to replace 30-year-old veteran vehicle
Four world-class heavy tankers are set to arrive at Yarra Ranges fire brigades ready for the 2023-24 summer, courtesy of the State Government. Seville, Olinda,…
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Serious injury avoided in Warburton rollover
CFA, Victoria Police and Ambulance Victoria responded to reports of a vehicle accident on the Warburton Highway, Warburton at 9.10pm yesterday, 12 January. Four CFA…
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Cutting costs of VET materials for secondary students
The State Government is delivering extra Vocational Education and Training (VET) funding to cover the cost of students’ course materials in 2023. Minister for Education…
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Nearly $5000 raised for Ukraine at Warburton Carols
Warburton is set to be a hub of activity in 2023, and the Warburton Advancement League have high hopes. Their work this year has gotten…
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LATs take to Mount Beenak for bushfire training exercise
Mount Beenak played an important role in helping fine-tune our bushfire response this week. On Wednesday 11 January, a fleet including two LATs (Large Air…
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Crime reduces in the Yarra Ranges in 2022
An overall reduction in criminal incidents was recorded in the Yarra Ranges local government areas during the year up to September, according to new statistics…
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Fresh food and fitness fun to start 2023 at the ADRA Redwood Community Centre
The ADRA Redwood Community Centre stands big and proud towards the tail-end of Warburton, providing support and care for the local community. In 2023, nothing…
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Clearing the way for your local CFA
With the threat of fire looming at any time throughout summer, local fire brigades are urging residents to help keep their properties as accessible as…
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Heat ahead for the next two days
With temperatures expected to reach into the mid to high 30s for the rest of the week, VicEmergency has reminded people to be cautious when…
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RSPCA course to help ensure new and future horse owners know what to do
RSPCA Victoria is hosting a course in February to help create responsible horse care habits for new and future horse owners. Many Victorians left the…