News
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Where are my rates going? Yarra Ranges Council minor works update September 2025
When we, hard working residents of the Yarra Ranges, pay our rates to the council, we sometimes might think: ‘Where exactly does my money go?’…
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Healesville’s Marjorie Bradford celebrates her centenary
A World War Two veteran living in Healesville is set to celebrate her centenary in style, spending the weekend with family and friends. Marjorie Bradford…
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First Yarra Ranges Paths and Trails Plan approved
The Yarra Ranges is renowned for its scenic routes and well-trodden walkways, and a new plan is in place to manage them going forward following…
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Yarra Ranges Council endorses 2024/25 Annual Report
Yarra Ranges Council’s Annual Report for 2024/25 has been released, following a brief discussion and endorsement at the Tuesday 14 October council meeting. The report…
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Melba Highway Dixons Creek landslip under repair, speed limit reducing between Coldstream and Yarra Glen
Works begun on two landslips on a 130m section of the Melba Highway in Dixons Creek, approximately 3km south of the Healesville-Kinglake Road intersection on…
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Tawn to be wild – new chicks hatch
Normally the masters of disguise, two new Tawny Frogmouth chicks are turning heads at Healesville Sanctuary with their muppet-like appearance. The floof balls are the…
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Artist to create Aunty Dot artwork
Knox Council has awarded First Nations artist Simone Thomson the commission to create an artwork celebrating the life and work of Yarra Yarra and Yorta…
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Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Communications
Casey MP Aaron Violi has been promoted to the Liberal Party’s shadow ministry as Leader of the Opposition Sussan Ley reshuffled her front bench. Mr…
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New Mental Health Local opens its doors in Yarra Ranges
It is now easier for Victorians to get free, community-based mental health care, with the official opening of the permanent Mental Health and Wellbeing Local…
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Daniher’s Drive descends
The scenic Yarra Valley has been the route for many a road trip but a particularly special one passed through on Friday 10 October. Daniher’s…
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Beyond Blue highlights the power of connection this World Mental Health Day
As the world marks World Mental Health Day on October 10, Beyond Blue says strong communities and genuine human connection are key to protecting and supporting our mental…
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Agpower Returns to the Wandin Silvan Field Days
Agpower is thrilled to be back at this year’s Wandin Silvan Field Days on Friday 17 and Saturday 18 October. As a long time supporter…












