Tag: News
Funding and promises for a CCTV network
More than a decade ago, the first of a network of CCTV cameras were promised to keep the community safe and deter crime in...
Over 1800 Yamaha motorbikes recalled
Yamaha Australia has recalled 1849 motorbikes of various models due to a manufacturing issue.
Due to the issue, the throttle position sensor may be faulty....
Penny’s petition prompts callout for CCTV camera concerns
Healesville resident Penny walked in through the Star Mail door with a petition in hand in December 2024, calling for the CCTV network in...
Wine Industry Smoke Detectors helping winegrowers during smoke events
A smoke sensor, which has the potential to save hundreds of millions of dollars in lost wine production, developed by La Trobe University researchers...
Stormwater community panel endorsed
Council endorsed the new Stormwater Community Reference Panel at the meeting held on Tuesday 11 February. The Panel will now work with Council to...
Three… things people can do to protect themselves during a crime spike
1. Secure all entrances: Ensure all doors and windows are locked, even when at home. Consider investing in a home security system, including door...
‘No New National Parks’ petition continues to polarise as petition put to parliament
A 40,000 signature-strong petition opposing the creation of any new national parks in Victoria was tabled to state parliament on 19 February, the largest...
Electoral reforms; the ‘right balance’ or ‘a major party stitch up’?
The Federal crossbench is crying out against new legislation passed in Parliament recently which altered the caps and disclosure requirements on electoral donations, with...
Yarra Ranges facilities closed due to Extreme fire danger rating
Due to the Extreme Fire Danger rating for Saturday 22, Yarra Ranges Council has announced that Warburton Water World, Olinda Outdoor Pool, Arts Centre...
Remembering much-loved Yarra Junction firefighter and father Ted Shalders
Yarra Junction is mourning the death of a dedicated firefighter and community man.
Ted Shalders was born in Yarra Junction on 15 January 1954 as...
Permaculture Week 2025 will see people of the Yarra Ranges ‘working in harmony’
A celebration of sustainable living is set to kick off this March with Permaculture Week 2025 - a week’s worth of events covering eco-friendly...
State first to improve planning process for community
Yarra Ranges Council has begun utilising myLot, an AI-powered self-service planning enquiry tool, to help residents find out if they need a planning permit...