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Study finds oversight, accountability and transparency lacking in global wildlife trade
A new study by researchers from universities and research institutions across Australia, the United States, Europe and South America has expressed concern about the lack…
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Car stolen from Wandin East home
Mount Evelyn Police have called on the public for information surrounding the theft of a car from Wandin East on Wednesday 19 November. The victim…
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CCTV to finally protect Seville War Memorial
Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, two CCTV cameras will finally protect the Seville War Memorial from malicious vandals. At this year’s Remembrance Day…
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Council steadfast in kangaroo hunting exemption
Yarra Ranges Council has again written to the Minister for the Environment and Minister for Outdoor Recreation to express concern and disappointment that the region…
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Yarra Ranges safety survey outlines key community concerns
Police in the Yarra Ranges have identified three key community safety concerns after its Community Sentiment Survey received over 700 respones. The announcement was made…
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New Liberal leader welcomed by Eildon MP
The Victorian Liberal Party has seen its third change in leadership in under 12 months but this time, in a historic step, a woman is…
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Custom car craze at Wandin
The first show of the 2025/26 Wandin Custom Car and Bike show series took place on Wednesday 19 November attracting hundreds of cars and almost…
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Police say preparation and prevention key ahead of fire season
With the Fire Danger Period imminent for the Yarra Ranges, local police are urging residents to be prepared and aware of the dangers of fire…
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Students become business owners at Yarra Junction Market Day
Students are channeling their inner entrepreneur for the Yarra Junction Primary School’s Market Day on Monday 24 November. From 11.30am, the school’s stadium will be…
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Winter Shelter network continues to grow
Stable One welcomed people passionate about the plight of homeless people from around the country over the weekend for a conference on the benefits of…
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What to do about a number two in the Yarra Ranges National Park
The Yarra Ranges National Park is an amazing place for camping and hiking – but are you prepared for when nature calls? 19 November was…
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Richard Higgins is your new mayor
On Tuesday, 11 November, I had the privilege of being elected as Mayor of Yarra Ranges by my peers, along with Chandler Ward Councillor, Gareth…












