News
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Tiny home dreams derailed by council ruling
After years of legal uncertainty and mounting pressure from the Yarra Ranges Council, Evrim Sen and her partner Benny Redfern have made the painful decision…
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Major recycled water project to begin
Yarra Valley Water is set to begin a major project that will provide recycled water to more than 5000 homes and businesses in parts of…
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Author Geoff Parkes to make an appearance at Yarra Junction Library
The Yarra Junction Library is hosting the established rugby writer Geoff Parkes on 21 August as he introduces his first crime fiction novel, When the…
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Kinder enrolments streamlined
Kinder enrolments have been streamlined thanks to an opportunity for local councils to establish a Central Registration and Enrolment Scheme (CRES). Minister for Children Lizzie…
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Protect yourself from burns this winter
As many of us seek relief from the bite of the winter chill, Ambulance Victoria (AV) is educating the community about burn prevention and correct…
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Old hospital redevelopment divides Warburton locals
A $31 million proposed spa health retreat at the old Warburton Hospital site has stirred a strong response from locals and community leaders, both for…
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AED installation at Yellingbo nursery bolsters safety
The Woori Yallock and District (WYD) Community Bank have donated and installed an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at the Friends of the Helmeted Honeyeater (FOHH)…
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Monbulk drives change for road safety
Coming together for an evening of education, a local sporting club has delivered a profound discussion and demonstration on road safety in the Dandenong Ranges.…
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Yarra Centre maintenance works to take place throughout August
The Yarra Centre has announced resealing works will be taking place in the stadium over the coming days, potentially causing a noticeable odour in the…
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Celebrating 60 years since the Warburton railway’s closure
Upper Yarra locals, historians and train enthusiasts celebrated the 60 year anniversary of the iconic Warburton railway’s last ever service. The special train run by…
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Council engagement roadshow hears from Warburton locals
The Yarra Ranges Council visited the ADRA Centre in Warburton on Tuesday 3 August as part of its Community Engagement Roadshow to hear from locals.…
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Skewed expectations spell trouble for truffle growers despite demand
It’s been a tumultuous time for truffle growers in recent years, with Covid, economic conditions, weather patterns and the rise of synthetic truffle products toying…












