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RSPCA funds wildlife response with zoo partnership
Zoos Victoria’s ability to respond to wildlife emergencies is being transformed with a wildlife ambulance, upgraded hospital facilities and the appointment of a health and…
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Australian leading potter Ted Secombe opens his studio
It’s not every day budding ceramists and pottery lovers can wander into one of Australia’s leading potter’s studio – but come November 13 and 14…
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Yarra Ranges Council has a new mayor
Yarra Ranges Council will now be led by a new mayor after the election was held during the Tuesday 9 November ordinary meeting. O’Shannassy Ward…
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Dangerous drivers detected over Cup Weekend
Almost 3900 motorists were detected speeding on Victorian roads during an eight-day safety blitz. Operation Compass saw Victoria Police ramp up patrols over Melbourne Cup…
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Remembering Vietnam’s forgotten heroes through song
Three years ago Dandenong Ranges Music Council set out to tell the stories of local Vietnam veterans through a project called Forgotten Heroes. As a…
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TV show Neighbours films in the Yarra Valley
Australian TV show Neighbours has stepped away from the famous ‘Ramsay Street’ to film in the Yarra Valley. Healesville’s main street is all abuzz today…
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Yarra Ranges councillors to elect new mayor
Yarra Ranges Council will hold a Mayor election at the ordinary council meeting on Tuesday 9 November due to the current one year term finishing…
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Healesville author wins history publication award
Healesville resident Mike McCarthy has received a top accolade at the Victorian Community History awards for his book written on the early settlement of South…
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Yarra Glen Police hunt for alleged thieves
Yarra Glen Police are hunting for two men who allegedly stole over $1000 worth of goods from a Yarra Glen business. It’s believed the two…
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Cut energy bills with Hub’s first bulk-buy scheme
Greater Yarra Valley and Ranges households could reduce their energy bills even further, thanks to the first bulk-buy launch from the recently formed Yarra Valley…
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Councillor Burnett-Wake resigns from Yarra Ranges Council
Yarra Ranges Councillor Cathrine Burnett-Wake has resigned following her appointment to the Victorian Legislative Council. Cr Burnett-Wake is leaving her role as councillor for the…
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Share the Dignity call on generosity of community to meet increased demand from women and girls in need
Share the Dignity is calling on Victorians to support women and girls in need this Christmas through their annual #ItsInTheBag Christmas appeal, encouraging people to…