Tag: News
2024 headlines
Star Mail journalists tried our best to deliver good news stories which impacted the Yarra Valley community significantly in 2024.
Here are the best...
Forest management dominated headlines in 2024
The management of the much-loved bushland of the Yarra Ranges was a hot topic of debate in 2024.
From the ban on native timber harvesting...
VicHealth and Kitchen Garden Foundation team up for kids’ health
Victorian health promotion foundation VicHealth and the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation are thrilled to announce a transformative $2.7 million partnership aimed at giving...
Pic of the bunch in 2024
The year 2024 was full of many different adventures.
Here is a selection of some of the best moments captured in 2024.
Quiz challenge launches new drone safety campaign
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is calling on Aussie drone users to put their knowledge to the test with a quick quiz to...
Tips to minimise the chance of a house fire
Emergency services respond to about 3000 house fires across the state year, residents in can follow these simple tips from the Victorian Country Fire...
Getting your child ready for prep
Starting school is a major milestone in a child’s life and a major transition.
So how do you best prepare your child to start...
Feed your interest
Growing vegetables in pots is a fantastic way to eat fresh and save money over summer.
Whether it’s space, time or physical ability that rules...
Rabobank survey reveals dip in farmer confidence towards end of 2024
An ongoing struggle with dry weather in many parts of the state took its toll on Victorian farmer confidence as the year ended, the...
Public consultation open for New Victorian Wine Strategy
The State Government is supporting the growth and sustainability of Victoria’s $9 billion wine industry with a new strategy to ensure it can continue...
Can you cure a hangover?
After seeing in the New Year you are probably going to be feeling a little bit under the weather. For a lot of people,...
Budget Direct survey highlights top renters’ incentives
Tenants have declared the perks that will keep them renting for up to another five years in a new survey conducted by Budget Direct...
Latest
Settled start to school for Wandin Yallock Primary School preps
22 Prep students made a positive start to school life at Wandin Yallock Primary School.
Learning their way around the school, meeting their peers and...
