News
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Youth art showcased at YAVA Gallery
YAVA Galley is preparing to open a new exhibition, highlighting the artistic talents of local primary and secondary students. More than 70 artworks will be…
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Covid staff shortages close Yarra Junction Community Link
Yarra Ranges Council has closed Community Links at Yarra Junction until the end of January due to staff shortages. Council released a statement saying it…
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Children vaccinations begin in the Yarra Valley
Five year old Aiden Jakobs from Yarra Junction was one of the first children to receive an immunisation today at the Yarra Valley Clinic. The…
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Vaccine changes for workers
The Victorian state government has announced further changes to “high-risk” healthcare and hospitality settings in response to huge growth of coronavirus cases numbers in the…
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Surge in DIY home renovations during pandemic fuelling potential asbestos-related health crisis
Australians are being asked to think twice about asbestos as new research reveals a surge in DIY home improvements during the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey…
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Free desexing program at Animal Aid
Cat desexing can be quite costly for individuals on a pension or with some type of concession but Upper Yarra residents are being offered some…
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Getting your child ready for prep
Starting school is a major milestone in a child’s life and a major transition. So how do you best prepare your child for Prep? Deakin…
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Changes to testing and density limits for Victorians announced
The Victorian government will be introducing changes to current Covid restrictions and protocol for testing to help ease strain on struggling testing sites. Upper Yarra…
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Machinery stolen from Wandin East
Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit are seeking information about the theft of a John Deere Gator at a commercial property in Queens Road in Wandin…
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$2.6 million investment in Warburton’s Redwood Forest
The California Redwood Forest area of Yarra Ranges National Park has received a $2.6 million funding boost from the state government. The project will add…
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Keep your family safe this summer
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) is reminding homeowners to ensure their swimming pool or spa is installed by a registered building practitioner and has a…
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CFA announces fire danger period
The fire danger period will be enforced for Upper Yarra residents as of early next week. CFA has announced fire restrictions for Yarra Ranges Shire…