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Op Shops Pop
Bargain-minded residents with fun in mind can look forward to a repeat of the Healesville Living and learning centre’s “Op Shop Tours” beginning in late…
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Information Commissioner finds VicForests conducted unlawful surveillance
An investigation report into VicForests recommends improving governance of surveillance activities to protect personal privacy. On Thursday 10 August the Victorian Information Commissioner published an…
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‘Difficult’ family hike leads to cliff rescue
A family of hikers has been rescued by local CFA and SES crews who found a walk at Taggerty’s Cathedral Ranges more difficult than expected.…
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Students give timber a second life in Yarra Ranges
Students from Ranges TEC have experienced hardwood timber production from start to finish thanks to a partnership between the Lilydale-based school, Powelltown Sawmills and VicForests.…
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Veterans Card set to ease the cost of living
The Andrews Labor Government is supporting veterans now and into the future with the launch of the Veterans Card – an Australian-first initiative. Minister for…
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Free payphones have become a lifeline for Australians in need
Since mobiles became nearly universal, a lot of Australians might not give them much thought. Until there’s a natural disaster. Until you’re in vulnerable circumstances,…
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Car catches fire in fatal Kangaroo Ground collision
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash which occurred at Kangaroo Ground on Thursday night. Emergency services were called to Eltham-Yarra Glen Road…
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Yarra Valley Winery makes its mark all the while championing affordability
Oakridge wines has just taken home the title of ‘Best Value Winery of the Year’ at the 2024 Halliday Wine Companion Awards announced last week…
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Aged care forum to shed light
The process of ageing and elder rights can be a complex landscape and a Healesville community centre hopes to shed some light on the process…
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Hard cycle to break
National Homelessness Week begins from 7 August, with cost of living pressures from rate rises and rental crises still hurting some of Australia’s most vulnerable…
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Working together for change
Homelessness Week has launched, and some of the leading organisations and services in the Yarra Ranges gathered for a forum on Sunday 6 August. Hosted…
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Native birds suffering at Yarra Glen
Residents have been discovering injured and killed wildlife in the Yarra Glen wetlands in the last few months, with no easy solution in sight. Resident…