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Volunteers want expo back
Community spirit was on full display recently as locals gathered for a vibrant volunteer event for 2025. Sunday 1 June, saw the Yarra Ranges Volunteer…
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Call for grassroots sports clubs to tackle road safety issue
The government is calling on grassroots football and netball clubs to promote road safety in their communities for a share of $700,000 thanks to the…
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Rain to ease fire risk
CFAs in the Yarra Ranges have reminded people to stay vigilant after the Australian Seasonal Bushfire Outlook for winter has forecasted increased bushfire risk for…
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Local teacher tackles statewide study
A Yarra Ranges researcher is seeking secondary school teachers to help her collect data on the lived, day-to-day experiences of teachers all over Victoria. Taking…
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Landmark find as Leadbeater’s Possum discovered in New South Wales
A landmark discovery has led to further faith for the future of the Leadbeater’s Possum. Believed to only remain in Victorian forests, footage from wildlife…
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Mizuno joins the flood of brands opting out of kangaroo products
Animal activists are rejoicing as another major brand, this time Japanese athletic footwear producer Mizuno, is reportedly set to phase out the use of kangaroo…
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High standard of healthcare in Healesville with five staff up for Victorian Rural Health Awards
A high standard of healthcare can be found in Healesville, with five staff members across two clinics nominated as finalists for the Rural Workforce Agency…
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Annual Yarra Ranges Tourism Summit held after a ‘tough year’ for the industry
The Yarra Ranges’ diverse tourism industry came together on Wednesday 4 June for the annual Yarra Ranges Tourism Summit. Despite a ‘tough year’ for the…
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Future of fundraising event in limbo as funding falls
The future of a major Yarra Ranges mental health fundraising event hangs in the balance after its biggest private sponsor pulled its funding. She Won’t…
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Police urge snow travellers to plan ahead as Alpine season begins
Police are looking forward to this year’s snow season and are issuing a reminder to the community about the importance of planning ahead to ensure…
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Toolangi CFA targeted by thieves
The Toolangi Fire Brigade have shared that they were affected by theft overnight on Sunday 1 June. Someone who has taken fuel and a battery…
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Greyhounds gather as one to support FightMND
The Greyhound Racing industry is gathering as one and hopes to make a big splash, raising funds for Fight MND. In support of this, Healesville…