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Forest Fire Management Victoria bolstered ahead of potentially fiery summer
Fire season draws nearer with each passing day, but for Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) the preparation for the next fire season starts as soon…
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‘Disrespectful’ vandals target Welcome to Healesville sign
Healesville resident Maria Konecsny was shocked when she saw a message from one of her private messenger group mates saying the ‘welcome to Healesville’ sign…
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‘Changes everything:’ Insurance costs posing challenge for Australians
After two of Rose Ryan-Jones’ friends lost their homes due to fire in the space of 12 months, she decided to check her insurance policy.…
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Help track Pygmy Possum food source as they wake from hibernation
Spring has sprung, which means Healesville Sanctuary’s critically endangered Mountain Pygmy-possums are waking from their winter slumber with big appetites. These precious possums are Australia’s…
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A new shelter for Animal Aid
Animal Aid’s new space will finally unveil its face to locals on Sunday 29 October. The state-of-the-art facility has 54 kennels for animals without a…
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Magnitude 5.0 earthquake felt across Melbourne
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake was felt across Melbourne in the early hours of Sunday 22 October. The quake’s epicentre was near Colac, and shook the…
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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…












