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Echidnas dive into hot weather
A reminder to put water out for wildlife during the extreme heat wave Victoria is currently experiencing. Humans can retreat to the air con but…
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Study estimates saving Australia’s priority species could cost as much as $468 billion over 30 years
A new study from Griffith University’s Centre for Planetary Health and Food Security, with WWF-Australia and the University of Queensland, has estimated that preventing the…
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Yarra Ranges Council’s advice on preparing for a heatwave
With consistent hot weather hitting the Yarra Ranges this summer and more still to come, Yarra Ranges Council has the following advice for local residents…
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Rodeo concern
After the 2025 Yarra Valley Rodeo was successfully held, a national animal welfare federation raised a concern about the event. Royal Society for the Prevention…
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Volunteers for Dinner at Darron’s
HICCI is seeking help from the local community to recruit volunteers to prepare and serve HICCI’s community meal Dinner at Darron’s. The meal is served…
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Melba Highway landslip repairs notification
The Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) has informed Murrindindi Shire Council about upcoming repair works on two landslips along the Melba Highway in Dixons…
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Grass and scrub fire in Tarrawarra
CFA responded to reports of a grass and scrub fire at around 12.12 pm in Tarrawarra, on Sunday 2 February. 18 CFA units from multiple…
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100th birthday party for Badger Creek Hall
This year marks a significant milestone for Badger Creek Hall as it’s turning 100 years old. To celebrate the special year, the Badger Creek Hall…
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Art of the Wild: A Celebration of Nature’s Untamed Beauty
YAVA Gallery is proud to announce its latest exhibition, Art of the Wild, a breathtaking showcase of works inspired by nature’s raw, untamed beauty. This…
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Helping have healthy meals and healthy conversation at the dinner table
Fostering open, honest and healthy communication within a family can be a tough task but a dinnertime ritual might be the answer. The Table Talk…
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Third day at school for Yarra Glen Primary School preppies
On the last day of the first week of school, Yarra Glen Primary School preppies walked into the school with a light heart. By Friday,…
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Longtime services recognised
On Australia Day, Coldstream CFA recognised and appreciated the outstanding members who have contributed to the safety of the local community. The brigade unveiled a…