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$1.8 million Raptor Rehabilitation Centre coming to Healesville Sanctuary
Injured native birds will find a refuge at Healesville Sanctuary as it will soon be home to a Raptor Rehabilition Centre following a $1.8 million…
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Machine blocking road on Warburton Highway near Warburton
Drivers are advised to avoid the Warburton highway between Millgrove and Warburton. A large vehicle has fallen off the back of a trailer and is…
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Federal Labor budget targeting social and affordable housing
Social and affordable housing has received a major boost in the new Federal Labor government’s first budget. The $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund, the…
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Labor’s first budget since forming government announced
Deficit repair, investment in a resilient and modern economy and responsible economic management were at the forefront of the federal Labor Party’s first budget. Treasurer…
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Wandin North roads face special charges while Seville roads set for sealing
Property owners on six roads in Wandin North are set to face special charges to seal the roads while three Seville roads have had a…
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Warburton set to become home to new set of Yarra Ranges energy hubs
Warburton is set to support the Upper Yarra as a home to new energy systems providing power to selected community hubs in the case of…
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Nominations now open for Yarra Ranges YOUth awards
Yarra Ranges residents are encouraged to consider nominating a young person who deserves recognition for their achievements and contributions to the Yarra Ranges community for…
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Seville and Wandin North hit by flash flooding in Lilydale and surrounds
The Warburton Highway through Seville did not escape the torrential rain and flash flooding that hit Lilydale and the surrounding area on Tuesday 26 October.…
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Cliff rescue a reminder to explore the Yarra Ranges safely
An arduous cliff rescue in Wesburn has provided a timely reminder to remain cautious when sightseeing in the Upper Yarra and Yarra Ranges. It took…
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Millgrove Resident’s Action Group looking for feedback on Community Resilience Plan
The Millgrove Residents Action Group (MRAG) will be involved in the Wesburn/Millgrove CFA’s Community Open Day with a big map showing the township and some…
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Dee Slip bridge on O’Shannassy Aqueduct Trail remains closed
The Dee Slip bridge on the O’Shannassy Aqueduct Trail near the Dee Road Picnic Ground remains closed to pedestrians, causing inconvenience for locals and visitors…
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Lucky escape for Yarra Junction driver
On Sunday morning, a lucky driver in Yarra Junction managed to miraculously avoid serious injury after a crash. Ambulance Victoria, Upper Yarra SES and Yarra…