Tag: News
Spines of steel
By Kath GannawayTHE Steels Creek community came together on Saturday morning with mixed emotions.
Their hub of community life, the Steels Creek Community Centre was...
Chased by fires
By Melissa Meehan
FOR Julie Bell, hell came out of a clear blue sky with the sound of “one thousand lions roaring”.
The Warburton resident...
Asbestos threat in fire clean-up
By Kath GannawayASBESTOS is a further potential danger for Yarra Ranges residents returning to their properties in the aftermath of the bushfires.
The Shire of...
Good Friday for victims
THOUSANDS of shoppers ditched their usual shopping habits to support those affected by the bushfires on Friday.
People flocked to the Coles supermarket in...
Fashion focus
Trainer Julie Deering advises student Kasey Hansen on braiding technique. Looking on are students Christie Vit, Kim de Groot, Kayla Claydon and Bek Stirman.By...
Racing reprieve plan
A petition released last week by Liberal MP Donna Petrovich, right, aims to harness community support for the threatened local racing industry. Yarra Valley...
Car crunch stalls Pamela’s plans
Pamela Redford has been left without a car, and disillusioned about country life after her car was trashed in Healesville.By Kath GannawayHEALESVILLE’S hoon element,...
Survival instinct uncorked
Steve and Sally Pierrehumbert lost their Chum Creek home but escaped the blaze by hiding in their cellar.By Melissa MeehanTWO wine lovers are toasting...
Billanook College Scholarship Program
Above: Billanook College scholarships enable students to pursue their academic dreams.LOCAL independent school, Billanook College established its scholarship program in support of its commitment...
Grapes, trills and all that jazz
Rebecca Mendoza is set to thrill at TarraWarra Estate.By Kath Gannaway
BENNETTS Lane Jazz Club will co-present “The TarraWarra Jazz Club” at TarraWarra Estate as...
Nick sails solo
Wesburn’s Nick Jaffe being interviewed on Yarra Valley FM by Elaine McCarthy about his intent to sail around the world. ...
Jobs support for the tough times
IN this time of economic uncertainty, Sarina Russo Job Access Lilydale can provide assistance for employers and jobseekers throughout the Yarra Valley.
“We have...