News
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More trees coming to Yarra Ranges
Yarra Ranges Council (YRC) announced its Tree Canopy Strategy (TCS) set up after the community consultation. The TCS aims to conserve and enhance Yarra Ranges’…
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Yarra Ranges resident frustrated at police’s inaction
A Yarra Ranges landlord was frustrated when he heard news about Victoria Police’s most recent tactic to identify illegal tobacconists after his alleged experience of…
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Local lawyer barred from practise for two years by VCAT after falsifying a document
The Principal/Director of Yarra Ranges Lawyers, Kristy Burrows, is barred from practising for two years following a ruling from VCAT. Brought to the tribunal by…
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Man dead after falling into the Yarra River in East Warburton
A man has died after falling into the Yarra River in East Warburton on Wednesday 29 May. A Victoria Police spokesperson said police will prepare…
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Upper Yarra Secondary College’s very own wine hitting the shelves
Upper Yarra Secondary College’s (UYSC) practical project to offer an educational experience in the viticulture industry has born fruit, with the school’s own wine hitting…
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Get ready for severe weather
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued severe weather warning for damaging winds and heavy rainfall for people in parts of Central, East Gippsland, South West,…
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Legal support milestone
Over five decades Eastern Community Legal Centre (ECLC) has been a steadfast presence for those seeking legal support. Celebrating 50 years of service to the…
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Missing melanomas has SunSmart urging Victorians to check their skin
SunSmart urges Victorians to check their skin as new data from the Victorian Population Health Survey (VPHS) shows fewer than one in two Victorians (44…
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Central Highlands conundrum continues with Federal Court case lodged amid looming decisions
Warburton Environment (WE) has lodged a case in the Federal Court against the Victorian Government following the death of a greater glider in the Yarra…
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Woman hospitalised after house fire in Wesburn
One occupant of a home in Wesburn has been taken to hospital after a blaze erupted in the early hours of Saturday 25 May. Thirteen…
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Education and entertainment coming up at the 2024 Ngulu Festival
The 2024 edition of Yarra Valley ECOSS’ popular Ngulu Festival is set to return on Friday 14 June from 5pm to 9pm. This year’s event…
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Local libraries closed for late CEO’s memorial service
Local Your Library branches in the Outer East will be closed for a period on Thursday 30 May. Libraries will be closed form 9am to…