News
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Geotechnical observations finished on Warburton Highway landslip
The landslip on the Warburton Highway that continues to cause delays for residents has taken the next step towards repairs beginning. The original goal of…
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A family-focused fundraiser for Don Valley Primary School
Don Valley Primary School have taken a slightly different approach to their fundraising efforts this year, sure to bring plenty of smiles… for the camera.…
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Bringing back past residents of Warburton and surrounds
Warburton has a long and storied history, filled with people of all descriptions, with many holding fond memories of key landmarks like the river, the…
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Film series captures a run through the proposed Great Forest National Park
Conservationists have pushed for the proposed Great Forest National Park (GFNP) in the Central Highlands, which would include a large portion of the Yarra Ranges,…
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Rise in cash rate to 3.60 per cent puts more pressure on households
The RBA has held its monthly meeting and once again the cash rate has risen. The RBA announced at its meeting on Tuesday 7 March…
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Helping reduce ‘sew’ much waste
According to a 2022 report from the Australian Fashion Council, Australia is the second-highest consumer of textiles in the world per person, indicating a need…
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Gladysdale Primary School thanked for clean up efforts
Communities around Australia donned gloves and tongs and packed up rubbish last week for Clean Up Australia Day, making our local streets and amenities tidier.…
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Take to a track at Warburton Trail Fest
The Upper Yarra is well renowned for its abundance of tracks and trails perfect for a run, with the Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail notably…
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Community meeting to discuss Warburton Urban Design Framework
Warburton residents have taken it upon themselves to host an extra community consultation on the Warburton Urban Design Framework. Engagement on the Shaping Yarra Ranges…
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Downhill riders race down Mt Donna Buang
The Yarra Ranges Downhill Festival returned better than ever in 2023, with riders from all around Australia and internationally descending on Mt Donna Buang over…
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Yarra Ranges Council asking locals how to improve aquatic strategy
Yarra Ranges Council is asking residents to complete a survey on how they use their local pools and water parks, and what aquatic services they…
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Three… facts about wombats
1. Reinforced rump Wombats have an armoured rump. Their backside is made up of four plates made of mostly cartilage that makes it very hard…