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Yamaha recalls almost 2500 motorbikes
The Yamaha Motor Company has issued recalls affecting 2451 motorbikes due to an issue with the clutch. 724 2022 to 2024 XTZ690/D – Tenere/Tenere World…
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Great Vic Bike Ride 2024 traffic alert: Maroondah Highway from Blackspur Road House to Selover’s Lookout (Healesville) will be closed on 1 December
Road users in the state’s northeast are asked to take care on the roads as 2700 bike riders take on Bicycle Network’s Great Vic Bike…
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Get involved in Yarra Ranges Council’s engagement for Council Plan
Stage three of Yarra Ranges Council’s engagement on the Council Plan 2025-29 is now open until 15 December as Yarra Ranges Council now want to…
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One year of effort came to fruition
People with autism in the Yarra Ranges finally have become official authors as their stories were published in a book. Healesville-based author Sandra Thom-Jones, who…
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Lock up to stop thieves and burglars this weekend
Victoria Police is urging the community to lock home and vehicle doors this summer, as new police intelligence reveals aggravated burglaries and car thefts have…
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Three… tips for the heatwave this weekend
Eat light If you are planning a get-together this weekend, maybe prepare light meals with high fluid content. It will keep everyone cooler and hydrated…
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Yarra Junction community creating new Christmas Window comp and carols
Yarra Junction is getting in the festive spirit this December with a pair of events for the community. The newly-formed Yarra Junction Community Group is…
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Dangerous dog dispute the reason for Yarra Ranges Council lockdown
The reasoning behind the Yarra Ranges Council lockdown on Friday 15 November has come to light. Yarra Ranges Council went into lockdown for about an…
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Skills of UYSC students on show for annual Tech and Art Exhibition
The talented artists and technicians of Upper Yarra Secondary College were celebrated on Wednesday 20 November in the school’s annual Tech and Art Exhibition. The…
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Gareth Ward elected to Chandler Ward councillor role
Gareth Ward has been elected as the successful candidate for Yarra Ranges Council’s Chandler Ward. Cr Ward beat out Belinda Grooby and Ashley Hansen to…
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Shane and Karin Franks sell Country Gardeners Nursery after 22 years
A long-standing local business is set for a change of pace as the old owners step aside after 22 years. Shane and Karin Franks will…
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Best of the state’s press
More than 170 people attended the Victorian Country Press Association’s pinnacle event for 2024, held at the RACV Resort in Torquay on Friday 15 November.…