News
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Cross-council tourism partnership endorsed
Yarra Ranges Council has partnered with Nillumbik and Cardinia Councils to create a new Visitor Economy Partnership, spreading tourism funding and initiatives across the outer-east.…
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In Pictures: Snow on Mount Donna Buang
Mount Donna Buang received some of its first notable snowfall on the weekend. The Mountain Tucker Van Facebook page provided snow reports as the weekend…
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Grace Burn gets 200 more plants
About 200 plants were added along the Grace Burn to revegetate the area for local wildlife. Healesville Environment Watch Inc (HEWI) secretary Karen Garth said…
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Yarra Valley produced wines stay strong in global wine crisis
Despite the recent change in wine consumption trend, a Yarra Valley vineyard continues to hold a strong place in the industry. De Bortoli Wines, a…
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EPA’s winter clean up tips
If you’re planning a clean-it-up-and-chuck-it-out project as we go into winter, EPA Victoria has some handy hints to make it a satisfying result. EPA interim…
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Council decision to add Australian flag to documents irks some but pleases many
The Yarra Ranges Council added the Australian flag to its internal digital and printed communications alongside the already existing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags…
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Healesville Police looking for bike owner
A bicycle has been handed in to the Healesville Police Station. If you own this bicycle, please call Healesville Police on 5962 4422. Proof of…
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How Yarra Ranges Council’s fees and charges will change after budget
With the adoption of the Yarra Ranges Council budget, 38 per cent of the council’s fees and charges will increase at a similar rate to…
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All about council budget for Yarra Valley
After reflecting on the community voice, Yarra Ranges Council adopted the annual budget for the next financial year at the 10 June council meeting. Two…
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Healesville Toy Library reopens with community support
After months of preparation and community effort, the Healesville Toy Library officially reopened its doors, bringing joy to local families and children once again. Toy…
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Yarra Ranges Council allow for an underlying operating deficit in 2025/26
Alongside the 2025-2026 Yarra Ranges Council Budget passed at the Tuesday 10 June council meeting, the council also passed its 2025-2026 Revenue and Ratings Plan.…
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Strawberry Moon shows off its beauty
The June full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, was captured in Emerald by a local photographer, Tracy Dasler, at 7.02pm on Wednesday 11 June.