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The home straight
The Transport Accident Commission is ensuring punters heading to a country Victorian race meet get home safely with a new $40,000 grant program. The TAC…
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Birthing desert ‘unjust’
“All women have the right to access continuity of carer and birth in their community.” That’s what it boils down to for Yarra Valley Midwives…
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Birthing’s on the agenda
“Come and join the fight.” That was the message from Save Healesville Hospital Action Group (SHHAG) member and Yarra Ranges Councillor Fiona McAllister. SHHAG will…
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Repairs on the way
Parks Victoria will start $1.2 million in repair work at the Badger Weir picnic area this month. They appointed contractor Harris HMC for the five-month…
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Farewell for Principal Hillas
The Seville Primary School community said goodbye to its principal of 13 years. Students, parents and staff paid tribute to Pat Hillas at an assembly…
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No change for risky junction
A “dangerous” Healesville intersection will stay as it is, says VicRoads. On 11 September the Mail reported that more than 400 people had signed a…
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Tapping into tourism
Yarra Valley businesses that tap into tourism will gather to share knowledge and boost growth. The Tourism Network Yarra Valley (TNYV) annual conference will run…
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Opera in the valley
The dramatic Handmaid’s Tale opera, which preceded the worldwide TV phenomenon, will have its Australian premiere in the Yarra Valley. It will be part of…
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Lanterns for leukaemia
Walkers carrying lanterns transformed Lillydale Lake into a sea of glowing light in a bid to beat blood cancer. Wandin Rotary Club’s Brian Hodgson organised…
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Old is new again for Christmas
In the first week of December, Healesville will step back in time when restored Christmas decorations return to their rightful place along the main street.…
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Yering arrows support returned peacekeepers
Anyone wanting to give archery a try and help veterans at the same time should head to the Yering District Archers on Saturday 20 October.…
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A new place to play
Wesburn has a new $274,000 play space. Equipment includes a basket swing, spinner unit, nature play elements and a climbing tower. The surrounding area is…
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