Queensland Fruit Fly protection needs to be in place
The Queensland fruit fly (QFF) has the potential to devastate Victoria’s valuable horticultural industry, so home gardeners are urged to act now to...
Cut energy usage while beating the heat
As the temperature gage rises in the Yarra Valley, it’s time to think about how to cool homes efficiently to save money and resources...
Ticks are threat to pets this summer
RSPCA Victoria are urging pet owners to protect their animals from tick bites, particularly as supplies of tick bite serum run low across Australia.
While...
Interest rates ‘hold people back’ from purchasing despite historic house price decline
With house prices seeing a record decline around the country, local real estate agents are seeing similar trends occur on their doorstep as interest...
Resident reminded to have clear access to properties in case of emergency
Keeping your property accessible to fire brigades is needed during the summer period with the threat of fire growing as the weather heats up....
Back to school costs hit parents pockets
New school supplies will burn a hole in struggling budgets as new data indicates the financial pressure on families will be heightened this month....
Casey MP Aaron Violi reflects on first year in office
After being elected to federal parliament in 2022, Casey MP Aaron Violi spoke to the Star Mail and reflected on the challenges and successes...
Resorting to RAT tests in 2023
Despite a national average of 8,950 daily cases in Australia over the first three days of 2023, the threat of Covid-19 seems to be...
Local family hunts for stolen vehicle
A young Millgrove resident has been devastated after his Nissan Patrol was stolen from the front of his home in early January.
Bailey King...
Have you seen Mitchell?
Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a missing man.
Mitchell was last seen in the Narbethong area on Tuesday 10 January.
Police believe...
Echidna puggle continues to improve after being found in a mulch pile
Small, brown, round and with eyes barely open, an echidna puggle is receiving lifesaving care at Healesville Sanctuary after being found on its own...
New data from local water raises concern around water quality
The Yarra River is the nearest natural water source for many Yarra Ranges residents, but experts are warning that the river’s quality through Healesville...
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Draft budget is open for community feedback
Yarra Ranges Council (YRC) is calling for the community’s feedback on its new draft budget 2024-25.
The councillors supported releasing the budget...
