News
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Cold snap sees frost blanket the region
The first week of July has brought with it a cold snap of frosty mornings and clear skies but meteorologists have said, so far, it…
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Elixinol Wellness (Byron Bay) cookie and brownie mix recalled
Elixinol Wellness (Byron Bay) is conducting a recall of the Mt Elephant Banana Oat Wholefood Cookie Mix 375g and Mt Elephant Choc Chunk Wholefood Brownie…
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Why are Australian homes so cold in winter?
Have you been feeling cold this winter at the comfort of your own home? You are not alone. Recent research from RMIT professors have found…
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‘System doesn’t work’
Yarra Ranges Council joined some of the state’s peak local government bodies in making a submission to a Victorian Legislative Council inquiry investigating municipal funding…
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Petition put to the AEC to change the name of the Casey electorate
The Voices 4 Casey group has put forward a petition for the federal electorate of Casey to have a new name as part of the…
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Crime sees slight rise
Property-related crimes have driven up crime across Victoria this year and overall crime is up across the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley according to the…
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Victorian politicians not aligned on forest future, FFMVic operations
The future of Victoria’s forest remains up for debate as discussions regarding its use and management remain a hot topic in the State Parliament. The…
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Free goulash and polenta lunch while learning about elder abuse
The Healesville Library hosted a free community lunch on 27 June as the program returns with funding from the Healesville RSL and the Healesville Lions…
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Mercedes-Benz Certain EQE and EQS recalled
1465 2023 Mercedes-Benz Certain EQE and EQS have been recalled due to a software issue in the Battery Management System. The issue may cause deactivation…
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All about new council budget for the Yarra Valley area
In response to the community’s demand, the Yarra Range Council (YRC) prioritised drainage, road, footpath and trail maintenance as well as park, tree, sporting facility,…
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Annual General Meeting of the Healesville and District Historical Society
The 38th Annual General Meeting of the Healesville and District Historical Society Incorporated will be held on Sunday 28 July, at 11am in the Badger…
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40 years of devotion recognised
An old couple, who have devoted themselves to the Healesville/Yarra Glen community, received the 2024 Casey Community Volunteer Award on Saturday 15 June. Mario and…