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Old Warburton Road repairs begin after highway reopening
Yarra Ranges Council have confirmed that following the reopening of the Warburton Highway, repair works on Old Warburton Road will commence. Traffic management and crews…
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ADRA Redwood hosting ‘Addiction in the Family’ series
Drug and alcohol addiction can tear a family apart, and family members of an addict can often feel hopeless, helpless and uncertain as to how…
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Join the ‘Yarn Club’ as winter nears
With chilly weather already upon us and winter drawing ever closer, why not join the ‘Yarn Club’ at the ADRA Redwood Community Centre. Every Thursday…
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Gruyere CFA couple made time to put their hand up and volunteer
Married couple Jen and Ray made the move to Gruyere eight years ago and struggled to find the spare time to join CFA. Today, Jen…
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Kyle Vander-Kuyp guiding Aussies athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Australia’s record-holder in the 100m men’s hurdles has been called upon to provide guidance and support for the Australian Olympic team heading to the Paris…
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Minor earthquake felt throughout Yarra Ranges
A 2.5 magnitude minor earthquake was felt in the outer east on Tuesday 16 May at 11.15 am with an epicentre near Croydon. Jonathan Griffin,…
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Eastern 80 hands over fundraising efforts
Eastern 80 founder Norm Orr has handed over the cheque from this year’s event to the Good Friday Appeal. The 2023 Eastern 80 raised $7195…
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Stroke Foundation encourages blood pressure checks this May
The Stroke Foundation of Australia is urging residents to roll up their sleeves and get their blood pressure checked during the month of May. The…
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VEC asks non-voters to justify missing the polls at 2022 state election
Over 250,000 people who missed placing their vote for the 2022 state election will soon be asked to explain their absence, and risk being fined…
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Maroondah Hospital volunteer kiosk closes after 45 years and $5 million raised
A sad farewell was held at Maroondah Hospital on Monday 16 May, as the much-loved Auxiliary Kiosk was closed after 45 years of service. By…
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Upper Yarra businesses ‘Embracing Change’ at expo
Businesses keen on ‘Embracing Change’ in the Upper Yarra came together at the Arts Centre in Warburton for WVCEDA’s Business Expo. Attendees included individuals contemplating…
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Both lanes of Warburton Highway reopened ahead of schedule
Warburton residents can say goodbye to traffic delays and alternate routes following the full reopening of the Warburton Highway after swift repairs. Both lanes of…