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Bugs, birds and bushes blitz
If you are needing something to do during lockdown and want to make those walks a little more interesting or if you’ve ever had an…
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Playgrounds provide relief in lockdown
Taking your children to a playground seems like a simple activity that should be enjoyed by all but it has become quite a luxury in…
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Sanctuary goes green
Victorian zoos are leading the way for sustainability, becoming the first in Australia to be powered by 100 per cent renewables. Zoos Victoria reached the…
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Thieves target car parts
Three men have been arrested over a string of car part thefts and attempted thefts at railway stations across Melbourne’s South East, including in the…
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Healesville businesses in our hearts
A fundraiser has begun for Healesville businesses as lockdown six continues to see many shut and unable to welcome customers. Healesville resident Madeline Ruffino started…
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Improving local mental health systems
Victorians are being invited to have their say about the local mental health services they want to see as the Labor government delivers a key…
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A bright delight to unite us
It’s a plant that draws out a big grin on many onlookers as the humble bright wattle grows strong roadside, in the bush and in…
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Playgrounds to open and roadmap released
The State Government has announced playgrounds will reopen from 11.59pm Thursday 2 September, providing a slice of relief for families and children as lockdown 6…
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Beyond the studio
A local art project is aiming to promote awareness about making public spaces in the Yarra Ranges more welcoming for women. A recent report from…
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Questions remain over Healesville cold case
National Missing Persons Week has brought attention to a 34-year-old Healesville mystery. On the night of Saturday 7 February 1987, 16-year-old Healesville resident Suzanne ‘Suzi’…
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A reminder to stay fire safe
With the winter season coming to an end tomorrow, CFA is reminding Victorians that home fire risks remain prevalent and urges communities to continue practising…
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Valley projects tendered
Yarra Ranges Council accepted the tenders for several community infrastructure projects at their 24 August meeting that will see improvements to sporting clubs and the…