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Richard Higgins is looking forward to his fourth term
As no one else was nominated to be a candidate for Chirnside Ward councillor, the current councillor will continue his position till the end of…
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‘Eroded’ and ‘impacted’ fiscal position voiced by local councils
The reality of ‘eroded’ and ‘impacted’ service delivery by local council’s was voiced in front of State MPs as a passionate plea for adjustments to…
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Emerging artist displays light and landscape
Tucked away in Belgrave the Sherbrooke Art Society’s annual members’ spring show opening was held on Saturday 21 September at the Sherbrooke Gallery. Emerging artist…
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Burn Heaps planned burn at 4km west of Toolangi
Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) and Country Fire Authority (CFA) advise that the Glenwood Drive, Castella Burn Heaps planned burn, located at 4km west of…
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Voices for Casey’s Listening Campaign Report released
Voices for Casey’s full Listening Campaign Report was released on Tuesday 24 September. The Star Mail spoke to three Casey residents who have either recently…
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Big Sing Choir Jam
Do you love to sing? If so, you are invited to join in a Big Sing Choir Jam on Sunday 6 October between 1.30pm and…
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Ryrie Ward residents is not required to vote as Fiona McAllister confirmed to hold her position
As the nominations of the 2024 council election closed, it was confirmed there were two wards out of nine across Yarra Ranges would go uncontested.…
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Deceased kangaroos were found in Healesville
Kangaroos were found deceased on Friday 20 September in Healesville. Five deceased Kangaroos were positioned from near the intersection of Airlie Road and Maroondah Highway…
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Local advocates revive calls for the end of kangaroo harvesting
Woori Yallock resident and former President of the Australian Wildlife Protection Council Peter Preuss has reignited his calls for kangaroo protection in the Yarra Ranges,…
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Fire, theft and family violence in the Yarra Ranges
Arson, theft and robberies topped the list of crimes in the Yarra Ranges for 2024 and recorded crime offences are down slightly as the latest…
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Heartbreaking search for George nears the month mark
A Montrose family’s heartbreaking search for their beloved dog George has been met with dead ends since he went missing in early September. Owner of…
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From passion and excellence to award
Passion and excellence in early childhood education and care led a Healesville resident to the honour of winning an award. Giselle Maassen from Foundations Family…