News
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Lockdown locations
Star Mail put the question out last week on social media asking our loyal readers where their favourite locations are to visit while under lockdown.…
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Calendar comp needs your vote
Voting for the Warburton and Yarra Junction Community Bank’s annual calendar competition is underway as the Yarra Ranges community is invited to have their say…
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The future of Lilydale
What will Lilydale look like in 2050? Yarra Ranges Council is encouraging community members to share their thoughts about Lilydale’s future for the upcoming Lilydale…
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Bandicoot breakthrough
Months spent tracking the Long-Nosed Bandicoot in Mount Evelyn have finally paid off, with the most significant local sighting of the animal in over 50…
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Fire brigade founder remembered
The Toolangi Fire Brigade lost its eldest member when Robert (Bob) Pockett passed away on 12 August aged 99. Bob first joined the CFA as…
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Giving thanks through art
Healesville Walk Pharmacy have paid tribute to their local community by decorating their shop windows with artwork. Instead of using the display windows for promotional…
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Charity challenge
High unemployment rates in Victoria are challenging local welfare and homeless support organisations as they cope with the increased demands of the coronavirus pandemic. Dandenong…
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Homeless inquiry support
Yarra Ranges Council has voiced its support for a Federal Government inquiry into homelessness. Speaking at a council meeting on 11 August following Homelessness Week,…
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Search for missing Seville girl
Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing girl Ella Cartwright. The 13-year-old was last seen at a home in Russell Road, Seville…
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All clear for aged care
Estia Health Yarra Valley has now successfully tested all residents and staff for Covid-19, with no further positive cases returned. On 3 August the Yarra…
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Still Life
Yarra Ranges community members are being asked to share photos, videos and reflections on the Covid-19 pandemic as part of Still Life. Still Life builds…
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Tough times for business
Numerous Yarra Ranges’ businesses are facing a ‘challenge for survival’ over the next six weeks, as Victoria adapts to Stage 4 restrictions. Dramatic changes to…










