News
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Two different refugees’ stories
Following two articles in previous weeks, Star Mail delved into the Chin community, one of the ethnic groups in Myanmar, and the story of Healesville…
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Baby Wombat ‘Badger’ needs support
A local wildlife shelter is calling for support from community members. A wombat was found dead on Beachs Lane, Dixons Creek, on Saturday 30 August.…
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Registrations now open for Australia’s largest citizen science project
Spring has arrived and so has Australia’s favourite citizen science event. A national celebration of our diverse birdlife, from magpies and fairy-wrens to cockatoos, curlews…
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Healesville’s own Breen Printing named 2025 Regional Printer of the Year
Breen Printing has been named Regional Printer of the Year at the 2025 National Print Awards, a proud moment for a family-owned Yarra Valley business.…
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Produce, passion, people
Rain, hail or shine, the vibes were blooming at the Yarra Valley ECOSS Spring Twilight Market on 12 September. People flowed in and throughout the…
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Liveability survey to be conducted in late September
Yarra Ranges Council has commissioned a survey of the community’s views and experiences. It will explore community priorities, beliefs, experience of living in their local…
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Goated walk and talk at Haining Farm
Farmers, park rangers and environmental enthusiasts gathered together at Haining Farm to learn about the fascinating world of the Liwik Barring Landscape Conservation Area (LCA)…
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Strong winds to whip Victoria today
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for 15 September which includes the Yarra Ranges region. Damaging winds averaging 60 to 70…
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Latest round of Yarra Ranges Council Capital Development Grants approved
The latest round of Capital Development Grants was approved at the Tuesday 9 September Yarra Ranges Council meetings with a number of local recreational clubs…
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Local First Nations leaders excited as Treaty tabled in Victorian parliament
Victoria is the first state in Australia to table a treaty in its Parliament in a move welcomed by mob across the state. Widely expected…
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Transition period led to long-term delays in home care
The release of an additional 20,000 Home Care packages by the Federal Government was welcome news, but has highlighted just how long many older Australians…
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Trivia Night to make a better environment for students
The St Brigid’s Primary School community gathered together for a fundraiser to make a better school environment. The school’s Parents and Friends Committee, comprised of…
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