News
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Early childhood educators contribution celebrated
Every September, we take a day to recognise the work of early childhood educators, who are an integral part of a young child’s social and…
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State Government hosting AMA session ahead of VCE and VCAL merge
Local schools have welcomed the introduction of VCAL reforms in 2023, ahead of the Victorian State Government hosting an online question and answer session on…
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Healing In Our Gardens program launched by Yarra Ranges Council
Over 50 residents and Yarra Ranges Council Mayor Jim Child joined award-winning landscape designer Phillip Johnson at the launch of the Healing in Our Gardens…
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Local student calls for 683 bus route to run more regularly
A local Year 10 student has begun a petition to see the 683 bus route between East Warburton and Chirnside Park Shopping centre run more…
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Urgent care service for Healesville enough to secure a meeting
A meeting to discuss the case for a Healesville Urgent Care Centre to be established at the hospital has been secured by Services for Healesville…
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Running the length of the Yarra River to raise awareness for climate action
Inspired by her love of the Yarra River, Karin Traeger is combining her passions for running and the river by taking on the mighty feat…
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Remembering the life of Queen Elizabeth II
In the mourning of her death, Yarra Ranges residents have honoured the 70-year service of Queen Elizabeth II in a flood of messages and tributes.…
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Warburton and Melba Highways included in regional roadworks blitz
The State Government has committed to its annual major regional road maintenance blitz, with the Warburton and Melba Highways set for repairs. Residents have previously…
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Echidnas line up for love at Healesville Sanctuary
The echidnas at Healesville Sanctuary are looking for a potential mate by forming a love train. Waddling closely behind one another with snout-to-rump, the stumpy,…
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Wombats winding up struck dead on Yarra Ranges roads
The Yarra Ranges Council and Cardinia Shire Council local government areas (LGAs) have seen a large number of dead and injured wildlife on roads this…
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Concerns for cost-of-living rises impact on suicide rates
Desperate times are facing many Australian families due to the cost-of-living pressures, and higher rates of mental health crises are being seen as a result.…
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Red Cross advise people to prepare their emergency plan now
Yarra Ranges residents are being reminded to get prepared and create their emergency plans as we transition into spring and then summer beyond. Australian Red…