News
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The legacy will be remembered forever
TarraWarra Estate founder Marc Besen passed away aged 99 on Tuesday 7 November. TarraWarra Estate general manager Samantha Isherwood said Mr Besen was a very…
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Federal funding saved for troublesome intersection upgrade
Motorists who use Killara Road and come out at Coldstream can rejoice after funding for an upgrade at the tricky intersection has been retained. The…
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Yarra Ranges Council welcomes Sophie Todorov to mayor’s chair
Three years into her time serving the Yarra Ranges community as a councillor, Sophie Todorov has been elected as the new mayor for 2024. The…
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First test flights take place in Raptor Rehabilitation Centre
A barking owl, nankeen kestrel and wedge-tailed eagle with an impressive two-metre wingspan have taken the first test flights within Healesville Sanctuary’s Raptor Rehabilitation Centre,…
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Yarra Junction man airlifted to hospital after crash in Launching Place
A serious collision in Launching Place on Sunday 19 November required police, ambulance, CFA and SES assistance as a young man was airlifted to hospital.…
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Three… of history’s most significant philosophers
World Philosophy Day was held around the globe on Thursday 16 November. Here are three of history’s most important philosophical minds and how they have…
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Learn about frogs
Melbourne Water is inviting community members to come along and learn about the importance of frogs in farm ecosystems and how to participate in Citizen…
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Open day at Hoddles Creek CFA
Hoddles Creek Fire Brigade is hosting an Open Day and Information Session regarding the use of AEDs and what to do if you come across…
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Making it easier to build a granny flat
As part of the State Government’s planning reforms, it will soon be easier for Victorians to build a small second home on their property –…
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SECCCA Overall
Yarra Ranges Council has confirmed staff are continuing to implement actions from its Liveable Climate Plan following a ‘landmark’ new blueprint pitched by the South…
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Offenders face emotional plea from trauma survivors
A new road safety campaign is directly targeting Victorian traffic offenders in an effort to educate drivers on the real cost of risky behaviours, to…
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Soft launch of Wesburn Park Pump Track
Yarra Ranges Council is holding a soft launch to celebrate the opening of the new Wesburn Park Pump Track on Saturday 18 November. More upgrades…