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Warburton IGA upgrade set to begin soon
The next steps towards the newly upgraded Warburton IGA are set to get underway. Yarra Ranges Council endorsed the Construction Management Plan for the upgrade…
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130 years of Yarra Junction Primary School
Another Upper Yarra primary school community has come together to celebrate a historic milestone. Yarra Junction Primary School turned 130 years old in 2024 and…
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Man wanted for alleged armed robbery in Wandin North
Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit are appealing for information in relation to an Armed Robbery that occurred between 8.00pm and 8.30pm on Wednesday 4 September…
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Anger, worry as changes to music therapy announced for NDIS
The power of music for children and adults with a disability cannot be understated according to a Yarra Ranges music therapist and her client. Fletcher,…
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Free camping begins across Victoria
Government has boosted regional tourism this summer by making camping free in every national park and state forest in Victoria. Minister for Environment Steve Dimopoulos…
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Upper Yarra residents advised to be aware of planned burn in Noojee
Upper Yarra residents need not be frightened if they notice smoke coming from the direction of Noojee in the upcoming days, Forest Fire Management Victoria…
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High fire fuel predicted, bushfire concern for large parts of the state
Increased bushfire risk has been predicted for large parts of Victoria, with the Yarra Ranges and Cardinia fire danger periods announced ahead of the peak…
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AusNet energy resilience fund opens for round two applications
Applications are now open for the second round of Energy Resilience and Energy Education and Literacy Grants under AusNet’s $12 million Energy Resilience Community Fund…
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World-first social media ban passes in bid to keep children safe
A world-first ban on social media for people younger than 16 will lead to less harm and better outcomes for children, the prime minister says.…
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CFA announces fire danger period for Yarra Ranges, Maroondah and Knox
The fire danger period will be enforced for residents of the Yarra Ranges, Maroondah and Knox from mid-December. CFA has announced fire restrictions for the…
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Three… facts to help combat loneliness among the elderly
Simple interactions can make a difference Regular phone calls, visits, or small gestures like sending a card or flowers can help alleviate loneliness and make…
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UYCE Youth Scholarship applications now open
Upper Yarra Community Enterprise’s (UYCE) 2025 Geoff Vickers Youth Scholarship program is now open for applications. With Students having finished their Year 12 exams, tertiary…
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