Property reforms “off the table” after criticism
The Victorian State Government has decided to no longer proceed with proposed reforms to the property and development sector, following criticism from industry groups...
Police Commander and Assistant Commissioner outline goals for Yarra Valley
The newly-appointed Eastern Region Police Assistant Commissioner and Commander have flagged their intention to tackle youth crime and recidivism in the Yarra Ranges.
Assistant Commissioner...
Former UK Prime Minister visits Healesville Sanctuary
Healesville Sanctuary had a surprise visitor recently, former Prime Minister of the UK Theresa May.
Despite a busy schedule Lady May was able...
Paddock fires spark renewed calls for fire hazards
Upper Yarra residents are advised to be wary of fire danger ratings and fire hazards despite summer coming to an end after a large...
PCR test payments to close
Tuesday 1 March is the last day Victorians will be able to receive a payment whilst awaiting the results of a PCR Covid-19 test.
The...
Healesville Sanctuary pop up kids vax clinics now open to all
The State Government kids pop-up vaccination clinics at Healesville Sanctuary which are being held on Saturday and Sundays have been opened up for all...
Musical ensemble returns to the stage
After a Covid-enforced break, the Healesville-based Riddell Ensemble is looking forward to performing in public again in its popular Notes on Sunday concert series.
The...
Join rubbish clean up in Lilydale
Community rubbish group, No Reason For Rubbish, is inviting locals to join a Clean Up Australia day event in Lilydale on Sunday 6 March....
Vintage continues for wine producers
The 2022 vintage is starting to ramp up for wine producers as fruit drops begin to be delivered.
Adrian Santolin from Santolin Wines said...
Lilydale Youth Hub starts making difference
The Lilydale Youth Hub has been building up an extensive base of activities for young people since opening fully in November last year.
With...
Wine survey on vine replanting
The Yarra Valley is in an enviable position as one of the country’s leading wine regions, however, the presence of grapevine phylloxera and the...
Yarra Junction Medical Centre struggling to recruit new doctors
Yarra Junction Medical Centre (YJMC) has gone from seven doctors employed to only three part-timers in the past year and is struggling to recruit...