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Building surveyor convicted of issuing illegal permits in areas including Healesville
A former Mount Evelyn building surveyor has been convicted and ordered to pay over $50,000 after he pled guilty in the Ringwood Magistrate’s Court to…
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Father’s House Church to launch in Healesville
The community’s invited to the re-launch of Father’s House Church in Healesville on Sunday 5 February. A church service will be held at 10am, with…
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School bell rings for start of new year
The 2023 back to school return is an exciting time for schools, parents and students, but this year raises and even greater thrill with no…
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Preparing for bushfires now restrictions are in place
With the Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges entering a Fire Danger Period from Monday 30 January, and the region being one of the most…
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Mental health key to student success in return to school
The first days of school for 2023 are upon us and for many students, it can be a hard time to readjust and prepare for…
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Families enjoy the festivities in Wandin North
Thousands enjoyed the festivities at the free Wandin North Family Fun Day on Thursday 26 January, organised by the Rotary Club of Wandin. With the…
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RACV reminder to not get complacent around water
RACV warns that Yarra Ranges residents cannot afford to become complacent around water or they risk tragedy this summer. A child can drown within 20…
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A walk in memory of Marty Sheahan
On 26 January 2022, much-loved Warburton resident, grandfather and former Yarra Ranges Council worker Marty Sheahan was tragically murdered. Marty had just returned home from…
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Djirri Djirri Dancers commemorate Survival Day
On a day of survival and mourning for First Nations people, female only Wurundjeri dance group Djirri Djirri, who are the Traditional Custodians of the…
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Being courteous while visiting public pools
Swimmers are being reminded of the different rules which apply while visiting local public pools as it’s important to be considerate of others people during…
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New citizens welcomed during Yarra Ranges ceremony
The Yarra Ranges’ 39 newest Australian citizens were joined by family, friends and dignitaries at the Civic Centre in Lilydale, where the council presented them…
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Healesville mother sentenced to years in prison for crash killing Belgrave South mother
A Healesville mother has been sentenced to seven years imprisonment for drug-driving which resulted in the death of a much loved Belgrave South woman. Monica…