News
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Charity run raises funds to protect forests for future generations
Runners will be going the distance this month to raise awareness and funds to support the Great Forest National Park campaign. The Great Forest Trail…
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RACV urges motorists to watch out for potholes and hazards after flooding
RACV has urged Victorian motorists to exercise caution on the road following heavy rain and flooding across the state. Heavy rain has contributed to flooding…
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Bookies predict close races in outer eastern electorates
While the bookies are tipping the Labor Party to return to government, several seats in Melbourne’s outer southeast are expected to be competitive when Victorians…
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Start clocking your strides for stroke this month
Stroke Foundation’s annual physical activity fundraiser Stride4Stroke kicks off today and Victorians are being encouraged to get moving any way they can. It is estimated…
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Rates increase for seventh month in a row
The RBA has announced a 25 basis point increase to the cash rate for the second consecutive month. It is the seventh month in a…
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Road closures remain from weather events
Flooding in the region has blocked roads and caused two main thoroughfares to be closed. Melba Highway has been closed since late last week between…
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Thousands of homes without power
Yarra Valley homes are without power following damaging winds ripping through the region last night. Thousands of properties have been disconnected with Ausnet reporting many…
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Police investigate a multi-vehicle collision in Yarra Glen
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating a multi-vehicle collision in Yarra Glen which occurred on Friday night that has left a driver in a…
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New firefighters attend training camp in Yellingbo
New Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) seasonal firefighters are being put through their paces in Yellingbo this week as part of a rigorous training course…
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Eildon candidate forum coming up
The Healesville Yarra Glen Uniting Church is hosting a Candidates’ forum for the upcoming Victorian state election. The church believes that it is important for…
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Disaster recovery pioneer Dr Rob Gordon is in the running to be the Victoria Senior Australian of the Year
A Yarra Glen local has been announced as a Victoria Senior Australian of the Year nominee. Clinical psychologist Dr Rob Gordon OAM has been recognised…
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Warburton Environment successful in Supreme Court case to protect endangered native species Tree Geebung
The Warburton Environment Group has been successful in helping to protect the endangered species, the Tree Geebung, in a Supreme Court case against State Government…