New boots fit for female firefighters
Thousands of firefighters will soon be sporting new boots as CFA goes to market to find the perfect fit for our females.
In an Australian...
Where to see Christmas lights in the Outer East
One of the most magical parts of the festive season is the wonderful array of homes lit up and decorated as the days count...
Hairpin Banksia at dire risk from more frequent and severe bushfires
New research published in the Australian Journal of Botany has identified a common plant of the Yarra Ranges that could be wiped from the...
Rates stay on hold and hope for February cut revived
Green shoots are appearing for mortgage holders as the Reserve Bank of Australia sees more signs inflationary pressures are easing.
While keeping the cash rate...
Tree of souls holds space
This Christmas the Tree of Souls continues to bring together parents of bereaved children, offering an annual tribute to their children who have passed...
Yarra Ranges community links closed on Thursday 12 December
Yarra Ranges Council's Community Links will be closed from 2pm on Thursday 12 December and the Contact Centre will also be closed from 3pm....
Call for law changes for feral deer continues
Feral deer continue to impact the Dandenong Ranges and beyond in Victoria and a local environmental expert and campaigner came together recently to host...
Theft spike has police concerned
Yarra Ranges Police have taken to social media over the week asking the public to take caution after a rise in vehicle theft.
Police...
Learning about past for better present and future
Wandoon Estate Aboriginal Corporation hosted an event called yalingbuth yalingbu yirramboi (yesterday today tomorrow), opening up the gate of Coranderrk to the public on...
Three… Christmas activities
Secret Santa
Secret Santa can liven up the workplace this Christmas. Just grab a hat and chuck everyone's names in there so each can pick...
The rare beauty of a fog-bow as spring, summer transition brings all conditions
The change from spring to summer has brought with it all seasons conditions, from beautiful sunrises to fog, storms and warm light.
Yarra Valley...
Applications open to join Stormwater Community Reference Panel
Yarra Ranges Council is calling for interested community members to apply for a place on the new Stormwater Community Reference Panel.
The Panel will serve...
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Research shows alcohol labels are commonly misunderstood
A study from Cancer Council Victoria found three in four Australian adults misunderstood at least one health-related claim on an alcohol product, incorrectly believing...
