Fire risk reduced but still above target in Port Phillip region
Victoria’s Bushfire Risk Management Report for 2023-2024 was released in mid-December last year, sharing the efforts that went into fire management for the year...
Keep an eye out and remove the invasive Ragwort weed
A local landcare group is calling for residents across the Yarra Ranges to take action to prevent the spread of a pesky pasture weed.
Mt...
Vallence assumes new cabinet appointments under Battin
Evelyn MP Bridget Vallence has assumed a new shadow minister position under the helm of newly elected state Liberal Party leader and Berwick MP...
Water warning issued by police after over 100 incidents in first week of 2025
Yarra Ranges residents seeking a chance to take to the water with the warm weather we've had in the start of 2025 are being...
Sanders stays on top with another stage win
Daniel Sanders has picked up another stage win to extend his overall lead to 13 minutes and 26 seconds in the 2025 Dakar Rally.
Two...
Fun and free activities for families this summer
More fun and free activities for families to do this summer - from wildlife experiences to galleries and other chances to explore the great...
Blue Gum Reserve new playground opening
The Badger Creek Community is reminding everyone that they will be holding a Family Picnic and Fun Day to celebrate the re-opening of the...
Victorian Government adopts Network Outage review recommendations
Just prior to Christmas on 20 December 2024, Victorian Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio released the Government’s response to the Network Outage...
VCAT ruling leaves lesson to be learnt on letting planning permits lapse
A lapsed planning permit for a property in Healesville won’t be extended following a recent decision in the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).
Applicants...
Urgent call for blood donors as New Year cancellations threaten blood stocks
Lifeblood has issued an urgent call for blood donors this week after a record number of planned blood donations were cancelled last week, putting...
Saving families money and helping kids stay safe
The State Government is helping kids stay safe in and around the water, with affordable swimming lessons kicking off across the state from Monday...
Yarra Glen man keeps $2.14 million TattsLotto win a secret overnight to surprise wife
A Yarra Glen man could hardly wait to surprise his wife with their dreamy $2.14 million TattsLotto win, which he discovered just before going...
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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...
