News
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Help shape the future of Yarra Junction Rec Reserve
A new sporting pavilion, covered tennis and netball courts and improvement’s for walking and cycling are some of the potential changes proposed for Yarra Junction…
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The Round-up
Need for speed A Ducati motorcycle was caught allegedly travelling at double the speed limit at East Warburton on Saturday 16 November. State Highway Patrol…
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Sports funding grants announced
Eight community organisations in the Yarra Ranges will share in $111,794 of funding to improve their sport and recreation infrastructure as part of Council’s 2019/20…
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roadside slashing to protect communities
Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) will undertake 212km of roadside slashing and five hectares of township slashing to protect communities ahead of the hotter months…
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Tilly’s letter makes a difference
Seville Primary School students were asked to write a persuasive letter of action as a class project and as a result, one student has made…
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It’s cool to be kind
Yarra Glen Primary School celebrated World Kindness Day in style by donning Kind is Cool T-shirts to help spread a positive message. Socially-conscious clothing label…
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The tale of a community legend
As renowned Warburton figure Dick Leith glances out the window of the Warburton Golf Club (WGC) he recalls many tough, yet wonderful years. “I finished…
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A new mayor in town
Councillor Richard Higgins has been elected as mayor of the Yarra Ranges for his first term at council’s 12 November meeting. Cr Higgins was unanimously…
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Cancer check proves crucial
Former Healesville resident Tony Duddy is urging men to undertake regular medical checks in an effort to tackle cancer early. Mr Duddy has become an…
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Bike battle
A group of Warburton residents believe their concerns over a major mountain bike project in their town are being overlooked. Work is currently underway to…
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Remembering their service
On 11 November 1918, 101 years ago, the guns of the Western Front fell silent. After more than four years of brutal fighting in the…
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Hospital garden helps healing
Healesville Hospital’s wellness garden is nearing its completion as it aims to support the recovery of patients and aid family members and staff. The new…