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Yarra Ranges Council Civic Centre now open to the public
On Monday 30 May, the newly redeveloped Yarra Ranges Council Civic Centre opened its doors to community and staff for the first time. Yarra Ranges…
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Bill amendment to deter dangerous protest activities in timber harvesting zones.
The State Government has introduced an amendment to the Sustainable Forests Timber Bill to ensure stronger penalties are faced by protesters who put timber workers’…
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200 jobs set to be created by social housing boost
The Victorian Government has announced the $3 million Social Housing Employment Program which will help create 200 jobs through a partnership between Jobs Victoria and…
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National Reconciliation Week events at Healesville Sanctuary
Healesville Sanctuary is marking National Reconciliation Week with a variety of opportunities for visitors to connect with culture and discover more about the Traditional Custodians…
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Yarra Ranges Council marks Reconciliation Week
The community has come together to acknowledge and mark the starting of National Reconciliation Week, on National Sorry Day Thursday 26 May by joining a…
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Paul Roos speaks at Reconciliation Week event about creating safe spaces
Following on from Adam Goodes’ appearance in 2021’s Our Country, Our Future, Our Shared Responsibility event hosted by Yarra Ranges Council for National Reconciliation Week,…
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Healesville resident prepares for an ultramarathon
An 100km run is a giant feat for anyone and a Healesville resident is determined to do just that and reach the distance by spring.…
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Wurundjeri successful in purchasing William Barak artworks
Wurundjeri elders and descendents of William Barak are rejoicing after hearing the news that two of his artworks will be returning to Country after successful…
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Community organisations band together to reduce waste
Recycling Victoria has sparked a new initiative in the Yarra and Dandenong Ranges, encouraging residents to reduce the amount of waste going into landfills, funded…
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New ‘Art Walks’ map created for Healesville
Talking a stroll around Healesville you may spot public artworks around town but be unaware of the history behind them. To help cure the curiosity,…
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Shortest Lunch returns to the Yarra Valley
After a two year hiatus, wine lovers will now get the chance to celebrate the winter solstice and roam, sip and taste what some of…
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Yarra Valley businesses boosting their skills
Businesses in the Yarra Ranges will have the chance to upskill and expand their expertise as part of a program organised by the area’s official…