News
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Honouring Aboriginal vets
Badger Creek Primary School (BCPS) hosted a moving Aboriginal Remembrance Service on Friday, 6 June, as part of a commitment to honour the service and…
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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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Sport
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Top four in women’s football almost set in stone
The top-four in Outer East Division 1 Women’s football is almost set in stone after Belgrave, Pakenham and Woori Yallock were all held goalless by…
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Coldstream women claim big win as men fight on the road
It was a weekend of mixed results for Coldstream FNC, with our women’s team claiming a gritty away win, while our men’s sides faced tough…
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A mixed bag for Healesville
Round eight for Healesville Football Netball Club saw all teams football and netball back on home soil taking on Officer in all games except for…
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Yarra Glen River Pigs pummel Powelltown on the field
Yarra Glen travelled to Powelltown and were greeted with perfect, sunny conditions. The reserves started the day for the footballers with the Under 18s having…
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Tough losses for the Valley
Reserves: The Yarra Valley reserves headed to Endeavour Hills to take on St Paul’s in an effort to get their season back on track. Regular…
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Winner’s circle for Healesville soccer seniors and juniors
Resounding victories for Healesville’s Senior Men and Women capped off a day of wins. Healesville Senior Men 3-0 Lilydale Eagles: In the VCFA’s match of…
Entertainment
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Warburton is set to welcome a special guest to film festival
Warburton is gearing up for the annual Warburton Film Festival, with a special guest appearance from a multi-award-winning director and producer. The festival is taking…
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Healesville in festive vibe over Mother’s Day weekend
Mother’s Day weekend in Healesville was filled with a number of activities for families, thanks to the dedication of community-minded volunteers. The inaugural Healesville Festival…
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Finding Nemo presented by Chum Creek Primary School
Chum Creek Primary School students were excited to be on the stage, performing the Finding Nemo play at Healesville High School Performing Arts Centre. On…
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Huge success of Hills Act Theatre Company’s first play
Hills Act Theatre Company successfully brought down the curtain for its first production. The first production the company put on was Breathless by Deborah Mulhall. …
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Free premiere screening for film of Black Saturday bushfires survivors
Although it’s been more than 16 years since the Black Saturday bushfires drove the region to fear, the trauma has remained in the survivors’ daily…
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Comedy meets thrill in Lilydale’s latest play
Described by the director as a dark fantasy and sitcom, Haunted is yet to be another local sensation at Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre. “It’s a bit…
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Cutting fall risks for seniors
Every time you take a tumble, remember—it’s just another chance to bounce back. But as we age, bouncing back becomes more than just a metaphor;…
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Values embedded in everything
At Yarra Glen Primary School, we are committed to providing the best educational outcomes for all students, differentiating by focusing on each individual student’s point…
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Heartfelt Drama Brings Veterans’ Stories to Healesville Stage
The Hills Act Theatre Company is set to debut its inaugural production ‘Breathless’ this April, with performances strategically scheduled near Anzac Day to honour veterans…
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Enjoy entertainment while supporting Anzac Appeal
Healesville Greyhound Racing Club announced a new partnership with RSL Victoria in support of the 2025 Anzac appeal, combining the thrill of racing with a…
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Eggcellent egg hunts at Blue Lotus
The Blue Lotus Water Garden’s Easter egg hunt takes place in the fairy garden with the Easter Bunny and other storybook characters. Great fun for…
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Celebrating four decades
In the heart of Yarra Glen, a small township 60 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, stands a community cornerstone that has been bringing people together for…
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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…
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Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed as Chief Opposition Whip
Casey MP Aaron Violi has picked up a new role in the Opposition following the federal election. Mr Violi has been appointed the Chief Opposition…
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Frozen cream rolls recalled in Victoria
Chinar Bakers Pty Ltd are conducting a recall of its Frozen Cream Bun 250g and Frozen Eggless Cream Roll 250g products. This is due to…