Tag: News
Alarming number of pets presenting to vets with snake bites in the Upper Yarra
A frightening number of pets in the Upper Yarra are presenting to vets in the local area following snake bite incidents.
Between the co-owned Seville...
Busy weekend for Hillcrest CFA
Over the weekend, Hillcrest CFA was paged to three separate incidents.
On Saturday afternoon at approximately 4,40PM, Hillcrest crews were paged to a structure fire...
Pilots succeed in flight from alps to ocean
After setting off on a challenge to travel the length of the Murray River, from alps to ocean, in one day two female pilots...
Security measures to remain at Yarra Ranges Council meetings
Once again the question has been asked of Yarra Ranges Council to consider cutting down on security spending, this time as a potential cost-saving...
Come for Christmas carols in Wandin
The local community is warmly invited to Wandin's very own Christmas Carols on Sunday 15 December.
The free community event will be held at the...
New boots fit for female firefighters
Thousands of firefighters will soon be sporting new boots as CFA goes to market to find the perfect fit for our females.
In an Australian...
Where to see Christmas lights in the Outer East
One of the most magical parts of the festive season is the wonderful array of homes lit up and decorated as the days count...
Hairpin Banksia at dire risk from more frequent and severe bushfires
New research published in the Australian Journal of Botany has identified a common plant of the Yarra Ranges that could be wiped from the...
Rates stay on hold and hope for February cut revived
Green shoots are appearing for mortgage holders as the Reserve Bank of Australia sees more signs inflationary pressures are easing.
While keeping the cash rate...
Tree of souls holds space
This Christmas the Tree of Souls continues to bring together parents of bereaved children, offering an annual tribute to their children who have passed...
Yarra Ranges community links closed on Thursday 12 December
Yarra Ranges Council's Community Links will be closed from 2pm on Thursday 12 December and the Contact Centre will also be closed from 3pm....
Call for law changes for feral deer continues
Feral deer continue to impact the Dandenong Ranges and beyond in Victoria and a local environmental expert and campaigner came together recently to host...