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Storm in pictures
The recent storms dubbed a ‘once in a lifetime’ event have brought about some breathtaking images as the Yarra Valley was inundated with water and…
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Upgrades for Scouts
Healesville Scouts are celebrating upgrades to their scout hall as they prepare to move back to onsite activities as Covid-19 restrictions ease. Some upgrades at…
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Slight drop in Yarra Ranges crime
Crime in the Yarra Ranges dropped by -0.6 per cent compared to the previous year according to the latest data from the Crime Statistics Agency…
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Thank you SES!
Emergency services were still working hard to clear driveways and properties of felled trees across the Yarra Valley almost a week after devastating storms swept…
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No response to reclassification plea
Yarra Ranges Council’s request for non-urban townships of the Yarra Valley to be reclassified as regional remains in limbo as the State Government is yet…
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Storm cleanup continues
Community members can continue to access showers, power and food drop-off points this week, as Council works with agencies to clear access to isolated areas…
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“Russian roulette” on the road
A Yarra Junction man says he’s “extremely lucky” to be alive after a falling gum tree smashed into his car along the Warburton Highway during…
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Storm tears through the Valley
Wild weather lashed Victoria on Wednesday 9 June as the Yarra Ranges was hit with some of the worst damage from across the state. Nearly…
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Bugler’s big honour
Healesville RSL’s bugler John Stanhope was “chuffed” to receive Queen’s Birthday honours for his service to the community of Healesville. “I feel really humbled by…
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OAM for MP
Former state MP, the Honourable Rosemary Varty has been awarded with an Order of Australia Medal for her service to the community and the sport…
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All eyes on the regional border for long weekend
Victoria Police set up a mobile CCTV unit outside of Healesville near entrance points of the metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria border. The mobile camera…
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Thank you first responders
Today marks Thank A First Responder Day, and CFA is taking the opportunity to not only thank its members, but also those emergency service responders…