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Act on penalty reminder notice or risk enforcement action
Victorians who have an outstanding fine for failing to vote in the 2024 local council elections are urged to act before the matter is referred…
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Celebrate Christmas in July at WHYLD movie night
WHYLD Community group are hosting a Christmas in July movie night Friday 25 July, at the Sydney Halbish Hall, 22 Old Dalry Road, Don Valley.…
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In Pictures: Animals of the Upper Yarra
Warburton based photographer Graeme Edwards has made another appearance – this time he showcased the wondrous wildlife of the Upper Yarra. From shaggy sheep, delicate…
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FWO launches horticulture troublespot inspections after nation’s least-compliant regions revealed
The Fair Work Ombudsman will roll out a fresh campaign of horticulture sector inspections targeting labour hire providers, after a three-year campaign investigating more than…
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Gate broken at Mount Donna Buang
The gate at the summit of Mount Donna Buang was broken open on Friday 27 June. The Mountain Tucker Facebook page announced the news and…
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Warburton publisher’s diabetes cookbook wins ‘Oscar of cookbooks’
A cookbook published by Signs Publishing Company in Warburton was named Best in the World at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards on 19 June. Food…
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Conflicting accessibility claims surrounding Warburton Bike Park
Conflicting claims surrounding the Warburton Bike Park’s accessibility options have surfaced from within the Yarra Ranges Council’s own Disability Advisory Committee (DAC). While the Yarra…
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CFA warns of fire hazard after powerbank recall
The CFA has warned of the potential for powerbanks to start fires after two portable chargers were recalled. The CFA issued the warning in a…
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Dog owners reminded to scoop the poop
The Yarra Ranges Council reminded residents to pick up after their dogs in a Facebook post on 28 June. “If you’re heading out for a…
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Drivers reminded to take precautions when visiting Mt Donna Buang
Parks Victoria took to Facebook to remind day-trippers to be prepared when driving to Mount Donna Buang. After just under 20 centimetres of snow fell…
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Pallotti College has changed its owners
The Syro-Malabar Eparchy Melbourne took over the Pallotti College in Millgrove on 20 June. The move came after the Pallotti Fathers ran the religious retreat…
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‘Class warfare’: blowtorch on softened home gas bans
Homeowners in Victoria will be exempted from replacing broken-down gas heaters and hot water systems with electric models under watered-down rules. Controversial state plans to…