News
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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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Sport
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Kangaroos on the board after nail-biting victory over Blues
A season-long drought has broken for the Officer women’s team after the Kangaroos fought valiantly for a one-point win over Seville in Outer East Division…
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Lions roar past Towners
Pakenham has bounced back in a big way after two losses with two straight wins with 80-plus goals in both. In round 11 of the…
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Healesville too strong for Emerald
Football Premier Division Seniors: Wandin 17.15.117 def Woori Yallock 14.9.93; Healesville 12.13.85 def Emerald 4.6.30; Mt. Evelyn 25.16.166 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 3.3.21; Upwey-Tecoma 14.12.96 def Officer…
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Fierce rivals collide
In a clash worthy of the top two sides, Wandin and Woori Yallock went head-to-head in a high-quality contest that lived up to all expectations.…
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Mills gets top spot
The V.V.Vs: Merilyn Macdonald has continued her impressive, and very consistent form, with another win this week. Her 21 impressive points easily accounted for the…
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Horse Talk
Well the weather held off for us on Sunday for the annual Upper Yarra Pony Club’s Beginners Gymkhana. First up was Fashions on the Field,…
Entertainment
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Belgrave in beautiful colours
Belgrave was crowded with thousands of people with different lanterns on hand. Taking place on the Winter Solstice, Saturday 21 June, the Belgrave Lantern Parade…
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Winter in the Valley: frost, fog, icicles and sunrises
With the Yarra Ranges experiencing some incredibly cold mornings already this winter, Jack Frost has certainly been out in force, casting icicles over everything. But…
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Finding Nemo presented by Chum Creek Primary School
Chum Creek Primary School students were excited to be on the stage, performing the Finding Nemo play at Healesville High School Performing Arts Centre. On…
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Huge success of Hills Act Theatre Company’s first play
Hills Act Theatre Company successfully brought down the curtain for its first production. The first production the company put on was Breathless by Deborah Mulhall. …
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Free premiere screening for film of Black Saturday bushfires survivors
Although it’s been more than 16 years since the Black Saturday bushfires drove the region to fear, the trauma has remained in the survivors’ daily…
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Comedy meets thrill in Lilydale’s latest play
Described by the director as a dark fantasy and sitcom, Haunted is yet to be another local sensation at Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre. “It’s a bit…
In Business – Sponsored
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50 years of Yarra Valley Gas
A stalwart of a local business is set to raise the bar this year and celebrate a remarkable milestone. 2025 marks 50 years of Yarra…
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Evolution of wood heating
When Christian Bergmoser founded Euro Fireplaces in 2010, he brought a fresh vision to the wood heating industry: creating solutions that combine aesthetic appeal with…
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Millwarra Primary School’s stellar start to the year
Millwarra Primary School has had a wonderful start to 2025, with Melanie Hancock assuming the role of Principal. The entire school community participated in establishing…
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Warburton Primary School Triumphs at Athletics Carnival
Warburton Primary School is celebrating an incredible sporting achievement after winning the Silvan and Warburton Districts Athletics Carnival 2025 Small School Champion trophy. The students…
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All welcome to St Joseph’s Primary School
St Joseph’s Primary School is a beautiful Primary School situated on 17 acres of bushland. St Joseph’s has multiple indoor and outdoor facilities and learning…
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Providing quality education to students in the Valley
Upper Yarra Secondary College is nearing the completion of a major rebuild, modernising our teaching spaces to align with the evolving curriculum and contemporary teaching…
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More News
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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…
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Last chance for Annual Grants
Community groups and artists across the Yarra Ranges have until 14 July to apply for funding for events and projects, through Yarra Ranges Council’s Annual…
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‘Environmental DNA’ used for local wetland restoration
Yarra Valley Water is using a cutting-edge scientific technique to support the restoration of a wetland in Launching Place. Using a scientific approach known as…
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Bronze for Boer in WorldSkills Australia’s national floristry competition
Wandin Florist’s apprentice Elisabeth Boer was off to Brisbane earlier this month to show off her talents in the 2025 WorldSkills Australia National Championships. Her…
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Two people hospitalised after crash in Yellingbo
A car accident on Macclesfield Road in Yellingbo put two women in hospital on 25 June. The accident occurred at around 4.20 pm and Ambulance…
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‘240 daily trips added’: Can Hoddle Street handle 24 more residences?
A new Hoddle Street residential subdivision development has prompted residents to call upon the Yarra Ranges Council to upgrade the road. It came after the…