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HICCI is here for people in need

In the middle of the cost-of-living crisis, a Healesville-based charity and welfare organisation hopes its programs' benefits reach more community members. Healesville Interchurch Community...

Black tarp handed in to Healesville Police

On 31 March, a black tarp was located on Healesville–Kinglake Road in Healesville and handed in to the Healesville Police Station by a member...

55 out of 79 Victorian councils have CCTV in public spaces

Regularly maintained CCTV networks are not a rarity, with councils around the state operating both extensive and small-scale networks of cameras to service their...

Personal bests at season’s end

It was stunning weather for the Little Athletics Season Celebration round on Saturday 22 March. The track at Mt Evelyn was a hive of...

The Final Showdown of the Eastern 55 Senior Pennant

The finals were under threat from thunderstorms and heavy rain. Thank goodness the forecasters were wrong. The last round started in fog, previous rounds...

Healesville U14s crowned Premiers

U14-3 Grand Final: Healesville 8/195 defeated Wonga Park 169 - Day 2 of 2-day game Having batted first last week and amassing 8/195, Healesville needed...

Stakes high in round six of the Eastern Suburbs Senior Pennant

The stakes were high for round six at Eastwood with challenges for the top spots in green and gold groups. Forecast was for mid-twenties...

Healesville 1st XI beaten by rain

U14-3 Grand Final: Healesville 8/195 v Wonga Park - day 1 of 2 day game Travelling to Wonga Park for the first week in a...

Grand Finals prove hard to win

The U12-3, U12-7 and 5th XI Teams were all beaten in grand finals over the weekend. Our U14-3 and Under 16-4 won their semi...

Compelling journey of love, loss and identity

Healesville-based poet and playwright Beata Taylor is excited to bring her show into her hometown. The play Same But Different is a trilogy written by...

Exhibition for interaction

Yering Station is hosting an exhibition to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the Yarra Valley sculptor’s death.  INTERACTION, an exhibition of artworks created by Ernst...

Custom-made guitar adds beautiful sounds

A Healesville-based musician is looking forward to performing at The Basin Music Festival with his new guitar. Robbie Greig won a songwriting contest held by...

Recently formed Yarra Ranges based theatre company

A new theatre company wants to provide a production opportunity to people in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges. Hills Act Theatre Company was...

Freedom and discovery flows through Jamie Saxe exhibition

Experimenting with paints, colour and texture has led Olinda-based artist Jamie Saxe on a discovery of being in a flow state. It was that...

Mysterious slime moulds up close

Slime moulds are amazing and you can find them right here in the Yarra Ranges. I know what you’re thinking, amazing isn’t the first...

All female dental clinic

Valley Dental Family Clinic is an all female clinic based in Lilydale. The clinic is owned by Dr Rupali Prabhu and Dr Sonali Prabhu. Rupali graduated...

Here for your automotive needs

Yarra Glen Automotive prides itself on providing the best experience for its customers. Specialising in tyre and puncture repairs, wheel alignment, logbook and general servicing...

Vibrant retirement living

In the heart of Lilydale, where the lush Yarra Valley meets the Dandenong Ranges, stands Lilydale Valley Views – not just a retirement village,...

Go wild and visit the zoo

On a stunning 12 ha property with sweeping views to Mt Buller and beyond is a very special place where Dr Doolittle dreams of...

Get ready to rally at the Yarra Valley Pro Rodeo in 2025

Dust of your hats and grab your boots for a fun-filled night of thrills and spills of Rodeo action amongst neighbouring world-class wineries of...

Get your outdoor area summer ready

As we enter the summer festive season, you may notice that your outdoor area is looking a little worse for wear. Perhaps the deck...

Heads up for two planned burns in Marysville

Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) and Country Fire Authority (CFA) advise that the Marysville Kings Road planned burn, located at Marysville will be ignited...

Melba Highway landslip repairs, Dixons Creek

Works to repair two landslips on the Melba Highway in Dixons Creek were paused, with the highway reopening in late February 2025. There is...

Draft Budget for Yarra Valley towns

Yarra Ranges Council proposed the 2025-26 draft budget at the latest council meeting and is calling for community members’ feedback. Ryrie Ward councillor Fiona...

Cheaper power bills pledge as Dutton spurs gas supply

Peter Dutton promises to slash power bills, permanent migration and government spending in his pitch to become a "steady hand" prime minister. Ruling out offering...

Love for coffee, Love for community, Love for an Australian wife

A coffee roastery owner won the Healesville Rotary Club’s Ron Goding Award on Monday 24 March. The award perpetuates the memory of the late...

Story regarding the dismissal of local doctor winning history award

An article about the dismissal of a doctor at the Healesville District Hospital was named one of the winners of the 2024 Victorian Community...

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HICCI is here for people in need

In the middle of the cost-of-living crisis, a Healesville-based charity and welfare organisation hopes its programs' benefits reach more community members. Healesville Interchurch Community...