Features
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Holistic learning
ST Joseph’s School provides children the home team advantage, in which the positive energy and support of those around them enables the achievement of their…
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Crowning hospitality
THE Crown Hotel Lilydale offers patrons an inviting array of dining and entertainment options for its valued customers. These include a fabulous 140-seat bistro, function…
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Get an organic fix
THE Healesville Organic Farmers Market has been catering for those seeking fresh, chemical-free produce for more than 10 years, with its 11th birthday due this…
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Clearing up hearing
AS WE get older, our lifestyle and hearing needs change. Natural Hearing provides maintenance of lifestyle for the people of Yarra Valley communities, through individually…
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11 ‘bloody idiots’ nabbed
By KATH GANNAWAY AN AUSTRALIA Day police operation revealed a lot of “bloody idiots” on the roads. Eleven drivers were detected with readings above the…
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Foundation for leadership
UPPER Yarra Secondary College provides students with a safe, healthy and supportive environment that nurtures self-esteem, leadership qualities, talent, curiosity and optimism for the future.…
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Education mode for fireys
By KATH GANNAWAY BRIGADES across Yarra Ranges are in education mode. Information nights aimed at keeping residents up to date with everything from fire danger…
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Booker – a prized catch
By KATH GANNAWAY “IT’S just one of those things you do,” was Barry Booker’s response when asked why he decided to became a volunteer firefighter…
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Get yourself connected
By KATH GANNAWAY A PROGRAM that connects vulnerable families with volunteers who can provide support and friendship is underway in Yarra Ranges. An information session…
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Parade on… whatever
By KATH GANNAWAY COME rain, hail, shine … or other disasters, Marysville has celebrated Australia Day in a big way. For almost two decades, the…
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Aussie spirit
By KATH GANNAWAY WHETHER it’s a formal event or a getaway with family and friends, there are some great places in the Yarra Valley to…
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CFA’s century of service
By KATH GANNAWAY WARBURTON CFA’s rich history went on show last week with the launch of the brigade’s 100th birthday exhibition. The Celebrating Community Firefighting…