News
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Relief centre opens in Lilydale, wind change imminent
Lilydale has opened a relief centre seeing evacuees make use of the space as they wait to learn the fates of their properties and townships.…
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Leave immediately warning issued for Taggerty, Buxton, Kinglake, Toolangi
An Emergency Warning is being issued for Break O’Day, Buxton, Clonbinane, Devlin Bridge, Flowerdale, Glenburn, Kinglake, Kinglake Central, Kinglake West, Marysville, Murrindindi, Rubicon, Taggerty, Toolangi,…
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‘Like a bomb’: properties lost as fire engulfs region
Multiple houses and a school have been lost as out-of-control bushfires burn under catastrophic hot and windy conditions. Emergency warnings remain in place for thousands…
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Cold ash falls on Buxton
A resident in Buxton has confirmed cold ash has begun to fall over the township, but is hopeful it won’t increase before the wind changes…
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Water storage levels dip below 75 per cent, water saving efforts encouraged
Melbourne’s water storages levels have dipped below 75 per cent in 2026, caused by hot, dry conditions, record-low streamflows and higher household use last year…
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New rebates to help councils and land managers tackle illegal dumping
The state government is supporting councils and land managers to tackle illegal dumping with a new $8.5 million Illegal Dumping Clean-up Rebate Program. The government…
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Escalated fire warnings, dry lightning predicted and people missing
Three people, including a child, are currently unaccounted for, increased warnings have been issued for Alexandra, and dry lightning strikes are predicted to hit central…
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Local CFA strike team assembling in Alexandra as Longwood fire rages on
The fire that originated from Longwood is continuing to spread in the catastrophic fire conditions, with an increasing number of towns under threat. Since 9am…
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AusNet warns of potential power outages during heatwave
Today, Friday 9 January is a day of extreme risk in Victoria, with fires already burning, extreme weather forecast and a catastrophic fire danger rating…
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Sport
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A winning start to the year
Healesville Bowling Club Championship Finals were played recently for the Women and Men’ s Singles and Pairs event. The Women’s Pairs final was won by…
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Sporting superstars shone in 2025
Sport is an integral part of the fabric of the Yarra Valley and it played a prominent part in the news in 2025. Here are…
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Healesville’s junior girls on the rise
Stage 1 Girls – Healesville 94 defeated St Andrews 46 Healesville’s junior girls team are improving by the week. Bowling first, they took 8 wickets…
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Grand final victory
Healesville Tennis Club had another grand final win this week, with the Wednesday Section 2 mid-week ladies, beating Templeton 4 sets to 2 in a…
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One win for YG team
In midweek pennant, Side 1 played home against Croydon. A couple of late withdrawals from Yarra Glen’s side gave the selectors some headaches, but they…
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Two Tuesday wins for Healesville
Tuesday’s Side 1 played Boronia at home and we knew it was going to be tough as Boronia were in fifth place and Healesville were…
Entertainment
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Free holiday fun at Healesville Library
With a few weeks left of the school holidays still to come, the Healesville Library will be a hub of activity to keep all entertained…
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The creative scene across the Valley and Ranges
The arts and creative scene across the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges offers something for everyone. And better yet, there are so many free galleries…
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Exciting entertainer, crafty creatives light up 2025
The artists and entertainers of the Yarra Valley were excellent again in 2025. Here’s just a few stories on how their creativity and talent shone…
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TarraWarra Museum of Art mourns inaugural director Maudie Palmer
The TarraWarra Museum of Art is mourning the death of inaugural director Dr Maudie Palmer AO, who died on 3 December 2025. Dr Palmer was…
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Healesville’s Sandra Thom-Jones wins the Scarlett Stiletto
Healesville author Sandra Thom-Jones has found herself in the spotlight again at the Sisters in Crime’s 32nd Scarlet Stiletto Awards. Having already had a category…
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Healesville piper part of record-breaking AC/DC event
A Healesville resident is now the proud owner of a new world record, alongside 373 others. Walter Skilton was one of 374 pipers who descended…
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Experience country racing at its best in Healesville
Just an hour from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne, the Healesville Amateur Horse Racing Club delivers one of regional Victoria’s most enjoyable and family-friendly…
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Flowery family fun at Blue Lotus Water Garden
With the pressures of Christmas now over, I’m sure many parents are looking for ways to keep the kids entertained over the school holidays. The…
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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 talking…
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Soar to new heights
Take your family on an unforgettable adventure aboard the Arthurs Seat Eagle, a thrilling gondola ride that soars high above the stunning Mornington Peninsula. Whether…
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Glamping just got better
As the Yarra Valley blossoms into spring and stretches into long, sun-soaked summer days, BIG4 Yarra Valley Park Lane Holiday Park is rolling out the…
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A spring, summer escape
As the cool mist of winter gives way to warm sunshine, Rochford Winery comes alive in the vibrant energy of spring and summer. The vineyard…
More News
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Local Freemasons donate $55k to Interchange Outer East sibling program
The Freemasons of the Monash Gully District, together with the Freemasons Foundation Victoria, have proudly funded the Interchange Outer East Sibling Program since 2009. The…
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Healesville remembers lost ambos
With the coming of January, the Healesville community pauses for a moment of recognition for two ambulance drivers who died on their way to attending…
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‘Not about panic’: Brigades urge Yarra Ranges to heed warnings, act early
The entire Yarra Ranges region is being urged to heed warnings and act early, as Friday is shaping up to be one of the “most…
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Binoculars handed in to Healesville police
A pair of binoculars have been handed in to the Healesville Police Station. A description or proof of ownership will be needed to collect them.…
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Healesville police looking for owner of lost tow hitch and extender
A tow hitch and extender have been handed in to the Healesville Police Station. If you own these, please contact the Healesville Police Station on…
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Pilots reach their destination between dawn and dusk
Well, they did it, all 2518 kilometres from inland Victoria to the coast of far north Queensland within the hours of dawn and dusk. Pilots…