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As businesses close, a new one opens
As many businesses remain closed during the latest lockdown, one new business has opened its doors for the very first time. A new cafe in…
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Jaz to brave the shave
A seven year old Millgrove resident is shaving her head for a good cause. Jaz Cole has pledged to take part in the World’s Greatest…
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Can do attitude
A Chum Creek Primary School student has rallied the local community to help those in need this winter. Mya Rizzi started a canned food drive…
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Lockdown extended
Victoria’s lockdown restrictions have been extended a further seven days as the state grapples with the latest Covid-19 outbreak. Deputy Premier Jame Merlino made the…
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Paint diverted from landfill
Yarra Ranges residents have diverted 438,000kg of unwanted paint and packaging from Australian landfill and vital waterways as part of a national scheme to dispose…
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Margaret’s Journey
YAVA Gallery and Art Hub’s latest exhibition follows the journey of Margaret McLoughlin’s artistic career. The exhibition, aptly named ‘Journey’, opened on Thursday 20 May…
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Yarra Ranges new civic centre takes shape
Yarra Ranges Council’s dream of an all-new Civic Centre isn’t too far away, with construction expected to be complete within the year. Construction of the…
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Councillor pay to remain unchanged
Yarra Ranges Shire councillors voted unanimously in favour of keeping the mayoral and councillor allowances in line with state government recommendations on Tuesday 25 May.…
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Fuel competition for Healesville
Healesville residents hoping for lower fuel prices are unlikely to have their prayers answered as another big brand retailer is planning to move in at…
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Budgets prove a win for gin
Four Pillars Gin is reaping the rewards of favourable budget outcomes from both the federal budget and local draft budget of Yarra Ranges Council. The…
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Remembering Dick
Warburton lost a local legend when news came through that World War II veteran Richard “Dick” Leith passed away on Friday 21 May, aged 96.…
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Businesses close again
Businesses have seen lockdowns time and time again and yet they are remaining positive throughout Victoria’s latest seven day ’circuit breaker’ closure. With the announcement…