News
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High gusts continue
Batten down the hatches across the Yarra Valley and ranges as high winds continue to pick up on the morning of Friday 8 September. A…
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Egg-citing arrival of emu chick
The pitter patter of little Emu feet can now be heard at Healesville Sanctuary with a cheeky chick exploring its bushland surroundings. The gorgeous fluff-ball…
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Sparking thanks and good feelings about the future
Dear editor, When we read the wonderful article headed ‘School kids spark action’ in the 22 August edition, we too felt a ‘spark’ to let…
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Indigenous Australian Firestick program is going to the global stage
Yarra Ranges Council’s Firestick program has attracted overseas attention, with a French publication exploring how the unique burning practice can be used in the face…
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Cafe Sales Through Floods and Covid Turmoil
Through COVID and flash floods Nancy’s Cafe in Yarra Junction has stood tall. Named after Emily’s grandmother, the cafe has faced thick and thin and…
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Documentary Launch at Warburton Arts Centre
An exciting film screening will be showing at the Warburton Arts Centre this weekend on Saturday 9 September. Fellow Warburton filmmaker Larry Lawson and Belinda…
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Getting to the footy finals this weekend
Extra public transport services will be at hand as footy finals kick off, providing safe and easy travel for fans heading to three massive games…
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Police warn of impact of family violence on children
This National Child Protection Week, police are urging the community to understand the seriousness of family violence and the impact it has on children. Family…
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Doggone it!
Little Yarra CFA had an unusual call-out on the night of Tuesday 5 September. Units were told on the journey out to Gladysvale two rottweilers…
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Simple vote; big impact says Casey for Yes
Australians are ticking down the days until they head to the voting booths in an upcoming referendum, with locals doing what they can to educate…
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Severe wind warning for damaging winds
Hold onto your hats and be prepared for some wind action across the outer easter of Melbourne. A severe weather warning has been issued by…
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Council website back on line
Council recently experienced a system failure of over 24 hours from Sunday 3 September to Monday 4 September , which impacted their website and ability…