News
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Long term plans for cherished trees
In late May the Yarra Ranges Council endorsed its Tree canopy strategy unanimously and laid out a long-term plan for the management and planting of…
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Vets gather for Vietnam
Outer East Melbourne assembled for their esteemed veterans this weekend, honouring the Vietnam Veterans in a moving ceremony at the Arboretum War Memorial in Ferntree…
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Let’s make Yarra Ranges roads safer
Victoria Police is planning to host a forum about road policing and road safety for the Yarra Ranges community. The forum will be officially opened…
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Yarra Valley wines just exceptional
The Yarra Valley has solidified its reputation as one of the best winery areas in Australia at the 2025 Halliday Wine Companion Awards. Each year,…
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Loving animals through volunteering
An Animal Aid volunteer is wishing to share the joy of volunteering with the local community. Linda Lloyd, a Gladysdale resident, has been volunteering for…
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Yarra Valley Seventh-Day Adventist Church putting the focus on mental health
The Yarra Valley Seventh-Day Adventist Church is continuing its efforts to boost community health. The annual community health events are open to all interested, with…
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Book Week celebrations at Yarra Junction Primary School
This week, Yarra Junction Primary School is celebrating Book Week. This year’s theme is ‘Reading is Magic’ and staff and students are sharing their love…
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Three… Aussie-themed Book Week costume ideas
With the Children’s Book Council of Australia already in full swing, here are three easy Aussie-themed costumes to put together in a hurry for your…
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Easing the transition from primary to secondary school
The State Government is helping keep students engaged in their education as they move from primary school into secondary school – a period where there…
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Families ‘cutting back on food’ as cost of living bites
As the cost-of-living crisis plunges more Australians into food insecurity, pressure is mounting on state and federal governments to take action. About a third of…
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Safety fears delay 3G closure, users urged to upgrade
Australians are being urged to upgrade their mobile phones and check their medical devices as public safety concerns delay the 3G network shutdown. Telstra and…
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One step forward to Reconciliation
The Yarra Ranges Council (YRC) will deliver innovative reconciliation actions over the next two years as it has endorsed the YRC Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan…