News
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Community minded group driven by the trading of skills
The trading of time and skills has often been a format that has played out for what can be assumed centuries but it’s something that…
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Local Landcare network announced as national award finalist
Northern Yarra Landcare Network (NYLN) has been recognised as the Victorian finalist for the Australian Government Partnerships for Landcare Award that will be presented later…
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Beer tax hike could see pint costs jump
Beer lovers and the hospitality industry will be feeling the pinch with the beer excise tax increased from Monday 1 August. The announcement was made…
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Planning for the future of homelessness
Community organisations and homelessness advocates came together to launch the discussion around homelessness in the Yarra Ranges for Homelessness Week. This far reaching and ever…
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Special reindeer completed for girl with stage four cancer
The Yarra Glen Men’s Shed has been a part of creating two special reindeers for a young girl who’s currently undergoing treatment for stage four…
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Push for more Seville sporting facilities
Seville basketball players are hoping council will consider adding a local court to the town with many finding themselves driving to other towns to play.…
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Funding boost for $250 energy bonus program
The State Government has added $205 million to the Victorian Government’s $250 power saving bonus program due to high demand from the state’s households. Thousands…
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Wilds winds sweep through Yarra Ranges
Thousands of homes have gone without power as wild winds swept across the Yarra Ranges last night. At the time of writing on the morning…
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Varroa Mite causes worries for the future of beekeeping
A warning has been issued for Victorian Beekeepers about a fast spreading and destructive parasite, not only with the potential to change beekeeping habits but…
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Funding pledge announced for Coldstream sports pavilion
The Liberals have announced a $1 million funding pledge to go towards the redevelopment of Coldstream’s Halley Supply Reserve sports pavilion if elected in November.…
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Destructive winds predicted for the Yarra Ranges
Yarra Ranges residents are being warned of the significant weather event that’s building across the state, expected to bring with it wind gusts between 65…
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Healesville house in ruins after fire
A devastating house fire on Healesville-Yarra Glen Rd has left a home in ruins. CFA crews were paged to the reported fire at 12.56am on…