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‘the hardest day of my life’ – Alex Gommers runs 100km for charity
Runner Alex Gommers has put his mind and body to the test, all in the name of mental health awareness. The Healesville resident has been…
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Free entry for kids to Healesville Sanctuary
Kids under 16 will be able to attend Healesville Sanctuary for free these school holidays in celebration of Zoos Victoria reaching 160 years of wildlife…
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Outcry over proposed renaming of Maroondah Hospital
Thousands of people have signed a petition to stop the proposed renaming of the Maroondah Hospital after Premier Daniel Andrews made the announcement on Sunday…
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Calls to stop greyhound racing funding after death in Healesville
Greyhound welfare advocates have renewed their calls for the government to stop funding the racing industry following the latest death of a greyhound in Healesville.…
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Fire starts in bedroom at house on Celia Court, Yarra Glen
CFA was notified at 6.02pm Saturday 17 September to reports of a bedroom fire at Celia Ct, Yarra Glen with one person was airlifted to…
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Maroondah Hospital set for upgrade as Labor and Liberal parties both make announcements
Dealing with the healthcare system crisis is firming as a key issue ahead of the November 26 state election, with both major parties committing to…
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Yarra Valley Anglican Church holds memorial service to the Queen
The Yarra Valley Anglican Church has held two public memorial services on Sunday 18 September remembering Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Community members gathered at…
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Paths and trails a key advocacy issue this state election
Yarra Ranges Council is advocating for trails and footpaths as part of their State Government Election Advocacy Priorities. Council want funding for a $21 million…
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Koorie students showcase innovative designs
Upper Yarra Aboriginal students have just completed an array of individual and group projects, utilising all elements of science, technology and art. After weeks of…
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Sharing youth’s voice at Youth Fest
This year’s Youth Fest will be giving youth a voice on things that matter to them in Yarra Ranges. Creating an all youth-led video about…
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Solar rebates opening up to new builds and cutting costs
The State Government is expanding the eligibility for the Solar Homes program, now opening the solar panel rebate to new homes under construction. The expansion…
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Negotiations continue after library strikes
Negotiations regarding a new bargaining agreement will continue after union strikes shut down two Yarra Ranges Libraries on the morning of Wednesday 14 September, with…