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Politics at the Pub: converse with Casey candidates tomorrow night
On Tuesday 8 April, the federal election candidates for Casey will gather at the Alpine Hotel for this election’s Politics at the Pub. The pub…
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From pouch to parkour – joey finds its feet
Similar to a toddler learning to walk, a little Goodfellow’s Tree Kangaroo joey at Healesville Sanctuary has been pushing the boundaries by bouncing, cartwheeling and…
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Yarra Valley needs urgent care clinic
The Yarra Valley community would like to have an urgent care clinic in Healesville. Star Mail conducted a federal election survey over the last few…
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Yarra Valley needs urgent care clinic
The Yarra Valley community would like to have an urgent care clinic in Healesville. Star Mail conducted a federal election survey over the last few…
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Worse for wear: Wesburn oval deemed unsafe by council
As the footy season kicks off, Wesburn Junior Football Club (WJFC) will have to find another oval to use, as the ground was deemed unfit…
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Protecting platypus habitats with Yarra Valley Water community grant
A dedicated group of volunteers will step up their efforts to protect and restore platypus habitats in Melbourne’s northeast suburbs with the help of a…
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A symphony of colour
As the seasons shift to autumn and winter, the Yarra Valley adopts shades of every colour, from its sunrises to its leaves, dazzling with its…
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CFA marks 80 years of protecting Victoria
CFAs all over the state celebrated 80 years of fighting fires and supporting Victorians on 2 April, with brigades throughout the Yarra Ranges taking a…
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Dangerous crash sites in Wandin and Yellingbo to receive funding
People living in Wandin East, Wandin North and Yellingbo will have a safer driving experience with new funding designated to improve five dangerous crash sites…
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Star Mail readers share their thoughts ahead of 2025 Federal Election
With Saturday 3 May announced as the date for the 2025 Federal election, the Star News Group closed its Federal Election Survey to peruse the…
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Warburton beverage business Hairy Armadillo wins silver medal in global competition
A small Warburton beverage business punched well above its weight at the 2025 World Alcohol-Free Awards, snatching a silver medal in the face of global…
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VCAT rules in favour of Wandin Park Estate
A decision has been reached in the VCAT case between Wandin Park Estate and Yarra Ranges Council. VCAT members Alison Slattery and Phil West ultimately…