News
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New report highlighting continued cruelty towards racing greyhounds
A new report prepared by the Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds (CPG) has found animal welfare issues are still plaguing the racing industry. CPG…
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Dalry Road signage struck again
Some safety concerns have been raised about an important intersection in the Upper Yarra after a road sign was damaged, and not for the first…
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Vandalism damages community asset
Improper actions including illegal fire pits, graffiti on trees and tree cuttings were discovered along the Watts River in Coronation Park in Healesville. Healesville Environment…
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Munch munch Healesville lunch
Fostering Christmas spirit in the community, the Healesville Library welcomes all to a Christmas Lunch held on December 21. The Christmas lunch commences at 12:30pm…
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Bringing Santa to town
Getting a photo taken with Santa as a kid, or even an adult, is one of the greatest joys and family memories around Christmas time.…
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Check your eligibility for Yarra Ranges Council’s compost rebate
Yarra Ranges Council is offering a rebate of up to $40 to residents who would like to purchase eligible items for home composting and start…
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Blackberry weed control to commence soon on roadsides and public land
Yarra Ranges Council is urging the community to not pick or eat blackberries while it sprays them during their growth period (between now and April),…
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Access to abortion made easier in the east
Access for women to terminate their pregnancy will be made much easier and safer in the east with abortion services now operating out of Eastern…
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Christmas cookie gift jars
For a Christmas gift that’s full of fun and handmade, this Christmas cookie jar recipe from Dairy Australia is a great present for teachers, neighbours,…
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Gleeful Glen Carols
Yarra Glen Carols by Candlelight 2023 will be a spectacle of Christmas and celebration! The event will begin at 7pm on the 16 December in…
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Gruyere Road and Maddens Lane set for rehabilitation
Both recommendations for Gruyere Road and Maddens Lane Road Rehabilitation works were approved unanimously at the Tuesday 28 November council meeting. The Yarra Ranges Council…
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Labor proposes abolishment of Casey
The Federal Labor government has put forward a plan to abolish the electorate of Casey, pushing neighbouring electorates into Upwey, Tecoma, Lilydale, Warburton and the…