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Crowds flock for vine time
By Monique EbringtonYARRA Valley’s boutique wineries were on display last weekend with visitors flocking to the Valley for the rescheduled event.
The annual Grape Grazing...
Office location sparks anger
The Grocon administration site — convenient for some, but not for everyone.By Kath GannawayTHE siting of a temporary construction office in Yarra Glen’s main...
Michelle sews up the recession
By Kath GannawayTHERE’S no recession at Michelle’s Sewing Basket, stockists of Singer, Husqvarna Viking and Pfaff Sewing Machines.
While other retail businesses face a...
Fire views hot up
By Kath GannawayBUXTON resident Ray Donkin spoke out against the policy of moving away from identified fire refuge areas when he presented his view...
Growers rally for grape festival
Lex de Man, CFA general manager Yarra Area presented certificates of appreciation last week to members of the Yarra Valley Winegrowers By Kath Gannaway
LYNNE...
Rising to occasion
By Monique EbringtonYARRA Junction pastry chef Camilla Williams had a taste of success when she was recently named dux of her TAFE course.
Mrs Williams...
Burning off rules apply
By Kath GannawayTHE CFA declared fire danger period ends at 1am on Monday 20 April - and the Shire of Yarra Ranges’ regulations again...
Magnanimous mite for kids
Rebecca Stevens surprised even herself with the number of coins that fitted into her little red money box.By Kath GannawayREBECCA Stevens of Healesville was...
Fishing for some family fun?
By Monique EbringtonGET hooked on fishing at the free Family Fishing Festival at the Eildon Pondage on Saturday 18 April.
The pondage has been stocked...
Stories shared at CFA open day
By Kath GannawayHEALESVILLE Fire Brigade saw no reason to cancel its planned open day on Sunday 5 April.
Despite a torrid fire season, brigade captain...
Water wheel after currency
Warburton Water Wheel and Information Centre volunteer Peter Dalglish adds to the events noticeboard that community groups and event organisers should be taking advantage...
Rise to Heat Wave
By Kath Gannaway
LOCAL band Ewan Cloonan Union will strike a poignant note at the Rise Bushfire Relief Benefit Concert when they dedicate their newest...