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Yarra Junction Primary School excited to see strides taken towards improving kid’s mental health
Yarra Junction Primary School noticed a need to address mental health concerns among their staff and student community over the Covid-19 lockdowns and acted to…
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Recognising 35 years of unwavering medical service from Woori Yallock GP
Woori Yallock residents are likely used to the friendly face of Dr Andrew Kirwan, who has been the GP at Woori Yallock Medical Centre for…
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Fishing opportunities in the Upper Yarra
The majestic Birrarung or Yarra River running through Warburton is a premier fishing destination for visitors to the Upper Yarra and Yarra Ranges, and there…
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Remembering beloved local veterinarian Patricia Ellis
When it came to animals, and particularly horses, Patricia Ellis was as passionate as they come. From joining pony club at a young age, to…
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Millions in funding for primary schools to support students mental health
The State Government has announced the major $200 million package to help Upper Yarra and other Victorian primary schools deliver mental health programs. The investment…
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Professional artists bring their craft to the classroom
Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, applications for the Creative Learning Partnerships program now open. The program provides funding to Victorian schools to engage expert…
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Falling trees a concern for Upper Yarra residents
A number of instances of falling trees in the Upper Yarra have caused temporary road closures and are a genuine concern for residents after the…
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Encouraging Upper Yarra residents to restore the environment
The 2022 Victorian Landcare Grants and the 2022 Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants have both been opened to help volunteers and young people across Victoria…
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Riverside Mist Cattle Stud’s miniature cattle proving popular
A herd of minature cows roam free on Warburton resident Kristyn Preen’s 20 acres overlooking the Yarra River, which have attracted the interest of many…
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Upper Yarra set to be represented by officially named Casey MP Aaron Violi
In the closest result for Casey in many years, the Australian Electoral Commission’s facility in Ferntree Gully held a ceremony last week to officially declare…
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Community spirit the key focus of student’s documentary featured in Warburton Film Festival
The Warburton Film Festival this weekend is set to showcase the work of many filmmakers, including a young Yarra Ranges student. Ivy Tucker, Year 9…
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Overhaul of system set to benefit Upper Yarra renters
Reclaiming bond money is set to be a much simpler task with the Victorian Government announcing an overhaul of the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (RTBA)…
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