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Landowners asked to consider alternatives to lethal control for wombats
The humble wombat is a largely-loved native critter across the country, but conservationists are concerned about the treatment they are receiving from landowners. Wombats are…
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Theft spike has police concerned
Yarra Ranges Police have taken to social media over the week asking the public to take caution after a rise in vehicle theft. Police continue…
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Santa Clause is coming to Yarra Valley
Santa Claus promised with Star Mail he is coming to the Yarra Valley in December. As he is busy travelling around the world to give…
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All work together for better sports environment
Collaboration of a local sport club, a local government and a local federal MP finally came to fruition as the Federal Government’s investment of over…
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Learning about past for better present and future
Wandoon Estate Aboriginal Corporation hosted an event called yalingbuth yalingbu yirramboi (yesterday today tomorrow), opening up the gate of Coranderrk to the public on Saturday…
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Prestigious annual award given to two students
Two names have been added onto Healesville Primary School’s Tricia O’Reilly Memorial Scholarship Award name list shield. The annual award was presented to two Grade…
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Rewarding challenge
In the Yarra Valley, 97 species of wild birds were spotted in six hours by Coranderrk Currawongs, a group of three animal lovers. Coranderrk Currawongs…
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Final fire restrictions announced for parts of greater Melbourne
Fire restrictions will be in force across the whole state soon with the final Fire Danger Period (FDP) declared for the Yarra Ranges, Knox, Maroondah…
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Tree-mendously cute: Joey makes first appearance
A precious new joey at Healesville Sanctuary has keepers jumping for joy, with a blue-eyed Goodfellow’s Tree Kangaroo making its pouch premiere. The youngster is…
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The rare beauty of a fog-bow as spring, summer transition brings all conditions
The change from spring to summer has brought with it all seasons conditions, from beautiful sunrises to fog, storms and warm light. Yarra Valley resident…
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Wirrawilla Rainforest Walk for everyone
In recognition of International Day of People With Disability on Tuesday 3 December, Star Mail would like to introduce a local state forest site accessible…
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Applications open to join Stormwater Community Reference Panel
Yarra Ranges Council is calling for interested community members to apply for a place on the new Stormwater Community Reference Panel. The Panel will serve…
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