News
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A heritage festival for Gulf Station
Gulf Station in Yarra Glen will hold a heritage festival from 10am to 3pm on Sunday 29 October. It will be a great family day…
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Predicted rain cancels platypus spotting
Predicted weather conditions have cancelled a vital data collection survey for platypus on the Little Yarra The platypus survey planned by landcare groups for Saturday…
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Toyota recall hundereds of popular Kluger model
Toyota has recalled 625 units of the Toyota Kluger Petrol (TXUA70 & TXUA75) & Kluger Hybrid (AXUH78) 2023 models due to an issue with the…
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AEDs installed in Hoddles Creek and Launching Place
The network of AEDs (automated external defibrillators) in the Upper Yarra has expanded, providing greater access in the event of a cardiac arrest. The Hoddles…
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TRIP programs returns to the Valley to hopefully save young lives
A program with the potential to save young lives is getting back up and running in the Yarra Ranges with a sombre session at the…
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Ride into the history of the Upper Yarra
An opportunity to enjoy exercise and explore the history of the Upper Yarra next month. The Upper Yarra Historical Society (UYHS) is encouraging residents to…
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VicForests, Warburton Environment case reaches conclusion
The Warburton Environment (WE) group’s successful protection of the endangered species, the Tree Geebung, in a Supreme Court case against State Government logging agency VicForests…
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Wandin Silvan Field Days opens up opportunity for agribusiness
Despite drizzly conditions, Wandin Silvan Field Days packed out the Wandin East Recreation Reserve for the 2023 edition of the event. Held on Friday 13…
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New fencing in Reefton and McMahons Creek prompts questions
A newly constructed fence in Reefton and McMahons Creek has created concerns for local residents. The new fence was installed by Melbourne Water with separate…
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Streamlining the process for small second homes
As part of last month’s Victorian Housing Statement, the Victorian Government has scrapped the requirement for planning permits to build small second homes, be they…
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What’s behind the vote?
The votes are in and a decision has been made on the first Australian referendum since 1999. Despite The Voice referendum returning an overall ‘No’…
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Health of Yarra Ranges businesses falls, new data reveals
The Yarra Ranges has dropped in its ranking of business surety according to the latest data from CreditorWatch. Over the three month period from June…