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One in 10 students need additional support, NAPLAN results show
Around 10 per cent of students across Australia need additional support in literacy and numeracy to meet higher NAPLAN expectations, according to the latest data…
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Keeping Varroa mite out of Victoria
Beekeepers are urged to be vigilant in monitoring for Varroa mite and keep up-to-date with permits, as Agriculture Victoria strengthens its surveillance in response to…
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Locals need to prepare
A dry spring and hot summer are approaching and locals are being urged to prepare for this years’ upcoming bushfire season. The Bureau of Meteorology…
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Salute to Turner
A “one-of-a-kind” community member has passed away and left behind a legacy in Hoddles Creek. The force with a smile, CFA Captain Leonie Turner will…
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Green street bathrooms out of action
The Green Street toilets in Healesville will be closed until 4 September, while Yarra Ranges Council performs regular cleaning and maintenance for spring. The toilets…
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‘Canopy’ contemplates above
Give into the urge to let your eyes roam and thoughts wander as you enter ‘Canopy’ a collaborative exhibition now showing at the Memo in…
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Chainsaw safety for residents
Residents across the Yarra Ranges Council and Cardinia Shire are learning life-saving skills as part of a series of Emergency Response Themed Training, which includes…
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Families invited to power save
Families interested in power-saving have been invited to a collaborative project between Deakin University and Yarra Ranges Council. The organisations partnering on a project which…
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Stellar result for Victorian students
Students in the across Victoria have topped the nation in this year’s NAPLAN results – recording ongoing improvement at both primary and secondary levels as…
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A local guide to an Aussie symphony
Among the distinctive buzz of cicadas and hooting Kookaburra laughter, Australia’s favourite animal sounds can be heard in our very own Valley. The ABC’s recent…
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Fire safety and fun
Fire safety awareness and a good dash of fun were on the agenda for some lucky primary school kids ahead of the bushfire season across…
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Fight for renters looms as Greens slam housing response
The Australian Greens have recommitted to backing renters, who the minor party says have been left behind by federal, state and territory governments despite planned…