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Flood inquiry confirms SES underfunding, ‘inadequate resources’
Findings from an extensive inquiry into the flood event of 2022 has confirmed the need for sustainable funding of the state’s emergency response service. This…
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Long term plans for cherished trees
In late May the Yarra Ranges Council endorsed its Tree canopy strategy unanimously and laid out a long-term plan for the management and planting of…
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Black Spur closure
On Tuesday 20 August between 9am and 6pm, Maroondah Highway (Black Spur) will be closed between Healesville and Narbethong for emergency tree removal works. During…
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Yarra Valley wines just exceptional
The Yarra Valley has solidified its reputation as one of the best winery areas in Australia at the 2025 Halliday Wine Companion Awards. Each year,…
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Loving animals through volunteering
An Animal Aid volunteer is wishing to share the joy of volunteering with the local community. Linda Lloyd, a Gladysdale resident, has been volunteering for…
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Does it snow in Healesville?
This winter seems to be unusually cold throughout S.E. Australia. We in the Yarra Valley, have been well aware of the wintry conditions, many locals…
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Happy birthday Tarrawarra CWA
The Tarrawarra Country Women’s Association (CWA) had its 17th birthday party at the Healesville Community Link after their regular meeting on Wednesday 7 August. The…
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Families ‘cutting back on food’ as cost of living bites
As the cost-of-living crisis plunges more Australians into food insecurity, pressure is mounting on state and federal governments to take action. About a third of…
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Draft Parking Management Framework open for feedback from Yarra Range residents
Yarra Ranges Council has approved a draft Parking Management Framework at the Tuesday 13 August council meeting and is calling on residents, particularly in tourism…
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One step forward to Reconciliation
The Yarra Ranges Council (YRC) will deliver innovative reconciliation actions over the next two years as it has endorsed the YRC Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan…
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Safety fears delay 3G closure, users urged to upgrade
Australians are being urged to upgrade their mobile phones and check their medical devices as public safety concerns delay the 3G network shutdown. Telstra and…
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Empowered, informed medical planning guide book another step to reducing elder abuse
Planning for future medical needs with an empowered and positive outlook is the premise of a newly launched guide from Eastern Community Legal Centre (ECLC).…