News
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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…
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Defib install at Badger Creek
More vital life saving equipment has been supplied to the community in Badger Creek with a new defibrillator or AED (Automated external defibrillator) recently installed…
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Raptor rehab giving birds a second chance
A world-class flight centre opened at Healesville Sanctuary on Monday 14 August – giving injured birds a second chance at life in the wild. Minister…
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Cost of new FOGO bins too high
Waste collection changes beginning in Yarra Ranges have been met with many objections and questions from residents. Multiple residents have called Star Mail and aired…
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Cost of new FOGO bins too high
Waste collection changes beginning in Yarra Ranges have been met with many objections and questions from residents. Multiple residents have called Star Mail and aired…
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Seniors head to pre-lim
The Yarra Glen seniors have made it to the first Semi-final and played Powelltown at Yarra Junction. With the overnight rain and morning drizzle, conditions…
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Adventure kids for books
Book Week is in full swing across the Yarra Valley and schools are celebrating with all things literary. A few students from Heaslevile Primary caught…
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National deer management plan needs more action
The introduction of the federal government’s new deer management plan has been welcomed, but some say more action needs to be taken to eradicate the…
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‘Tilly’ fever sweeps the shire
If you were looking for yellow and green party supplies this week you’d be out of luck as “Tilly’ fever swept through the Yarra Ranges.…
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What remains for humanity
A den of sculptures and imagery to please and astonish has emerged in the Yarra Valley and provides a thought-proking display that crosses time. The…