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05/05/2022

FFAR Founder Saskia Adams is thrilled with the budget funding for animal welfare. Picture: ON FILE

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Upgrades for Healesville?

Football Victoria is making the most of the countdown to the state election with the launch of its ‘Level the Playing Field’ programme. Calling on…

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Paramedics respond to at least 20 kids locked in hot cars over heatwave

Ambulance Victoria (AV) responded to a concerning number of kids locked in cars after a weekend of hot weather hit the state. Paramedics responded to 11 cases of children locked…
Misinformation misleading communities after major disasters

The Yarra Valley is no stranger to conspiracy theories, and the causes of major disasters are no exception. A particularly prominent rumour that has garnered thousands of interactions on Facebook…
Crackdown continues on dodgy labour hire arrangements in the Yarra Valley

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Girl rescued by helicopter after fall

A teenage girl who fell over 150 metres from Seven Acre Rock in Gembrook was rescued by helicopter on Monday 18 January. The girl was exploring the popular sightseeing spot…
Animal shelter altruism: FFAR comes to the rescue

In an act of altruism, the Friends Forever Animal Rescue (FFAR) in Gladysdale donated a ute tray chock full of essential supplies after animal rescues were devastated by bushfires. The…

Teen environmental leader

Ferny Creek resident, Coen Pearson has already established himself as a leader in environmental conservation, earning Yarra Ranges Council’s Young Environmental Achiever of the Year award. The 13 year-old has…
Thirsty? Here’s where you can get free water refills in the Yarra Ranges

Caught with an empty drink bottle while you’re out in town? Thanks to Yarra Valley Water’s new Refiller Cafes map, you’ll always know where the closest spot is to stock…
Moving for a cause: Pilates instructor honours late father with Pilates 4 Parkinson’s fundraiser

Purchase this photo from Pic Store: 530906 As a pilates instructor, Vicky Kamakaris knows the importance of movement but she’s also seen firsthand the impact of what losing mobility does…
Healesville fights for CFA at home

Purchase this photo from Pic Store: 531070 While the Healesville CFA has been out battling for the community, locals have been rallying at home to support their beloved brigade. A…
Students return for milestone year at St Brigid’s

Purchase this photo from Pic Store: 531455 St Brigid’s Primary School staff and students have arrived back with a smile in the first week of the 2026 school year. From…