News
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Racing returns to the region
Racing made its way back into the region on Thursday 3 November at the Yarra Glen racecourse for Yarra Valley Racing’s Pacing and Trotters Cups…
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Melba Highway remains closed due to flooding
Melba Highway still remains closed with no end in sight for the main thoroughfare’s road closure. The road between Yering and Yarra Glen was closed…
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MacIntyre Lane construction works deemed a ‘wasted opportunity’ by motorists
MacIntyre Lane road works in Yering have sparked outrage among some motorists who are disappointed the upgrades haven’t catered for better traffic access. The $395,000…
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Bundled branches collections to start late November
Yarra Ranges Council second bundled branches collection will run from 21 November to 9 December, with households invited to put out bundles of branches for…
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Police investigate Coldstream road rage incident
Police are investigating a road rage incident which saw a driver allegedly hurl a bottle at a victim’s car. The incident occurred on Monday 31…
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Chirnside Park resident announced as UAP candidate for Eastern Region
Chirnside Park resident James Unkles will be running for the Upper House seat of the Eastern Victoria Region at this year’s election representing the United…
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‘It’s still only accessible by boat’ – Melbourne Gun Club remains under water
Melbourne Gun Club in Yering has suffered major damages and still lays under water following the extreme flooding last week. Club treasurer Ben Reed said…
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Charity run raises funds to protect forests for future generations
Runners will be going the distance this month to raise awareness and funds to support the Great Forest National Park campaign. The Great Forest Trail…
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RACV urges motorists to watch out for potholes and hazards after flooding
RACV has urged Victorian motorists to exercise caution on the road following heavy rain and flooding across the state. Heavy rain has contributed to flooding…
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Bookies predict close races in outer eastern electorates
While the bookies are tipping the Labor Party to return to government, several seats in Melbourne’s outer southeast are expected to be competitive when Victorians…
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Start clocking your strides for stroke this month
Stroke Foundation’s annual physical activity fundraiser Stride4Stroke kicks off today and Victorians are being encouraged to get moving any way they can. It is estimated…
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Rates increase for seventh month in a row
The RBA has announced a 25 basis point increase to the cash rate for the second consecutive month. It is the seventh month in a…