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Tourism put on the back burner in State Budget
The Victorian Government handed down the 2024-2025 state budget which has disappointed the local tourism industry with a lack of funds supporting Yarra Ranges tourism.…
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Flinders University study predicts Yarra Ranges and Cardinia to see an increase in road crashes
A new study from Flinders University is calling for better policies and practices to be implemented to improve road safety, with the ‘mountainous’ Yarra Ranges…
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An underwhelming budget in a time of inflation
It was what some have called a “no frills” 2024/25 State Budget, with the Premier saying it was “sensible and disciplined” at a time of…
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Bruno the sausage dog reunited with his family after over 10 weeks on the run
A dashing Dachshund was emotionally reunited with his family on the first weekend of May after 10 long weeks. Bruno became the subject of searches…
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Impact of urban sprawl, importance of green wedge aired in new inquiry
Leading agriculture organisations in the Yarra Ranges have put forward a case for protecting the region’s food supply capacity and reducing the harms of the…
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Locally-made domestic violence video resonates nine years on
In 2015, Brendon Murphy created a video to raise the awareness of domestic violence with two more mates, Rick and Bill. It’s been nearly nine…
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Two-car collision in Coldstream
Two cars collided on Maroondah Highway, Coldstream at about 4.25pm on Wednesday 8 May. Coldstream CFA, Victoria Police and Ambulance Victoria responded to the callout.…
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Interest rates stay on hold as inflation fears fester
Borrowers have been spared more mortgage pain following the Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision to keep interest rates on hold for the fourth meeting in…
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Independent candidates set for fundraising support in Casey and Deakin
A community-driven push for independent candidates is set to be bolstered by further fundraising efforts from Climate 200, provided their values on climate change, political…
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First birthday party for Maroondah Dam Parkrun
Maroondah Dam Parkrun (MDP) is going to celebrate its first birthday on Saturday 25 May. The parkrun first commenced on 27 May 2023 and has…
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Jig and Jive for refugees
On Saturday May 11, the Healesville Senior Citizens club will be the hub for some ‘Brown Jug Polka’ and ‘Heel and toe’ jigging and jiving.…
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Local motel chosen by travellers
A Healesville-based accommodation has been recognized in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best for 2024. Yarra Gables has received the same award for…
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