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Jim Child returns as Yarra Ranges Council Mayor

O’Shannassy Ward Councillor Jim Child has taken on further responsibility at Yarra Ranges Council stepping back into the Mayor’s chair. Starting his fourth consecutive term...

Christmas Creations in Emerald

The Emerald Men’s Shed has created some festive wooden Christmas trees for the community to purchase ahead of the holiday season. Primary project of...

Ferny Creek students take stand against vaping

Students from Ferny Creek Primary School have taken the lead in the fight against vaping, after learning about the dangers of e-cigarettes through an...

Competition galore as athletics put in best effort

A huge week of competition for Yarra Ranges Athletics with members representing the club at Little Athletics EMR Region relays and seniors at Vic...

Sally Pearson hurdles into Sherbrooke Little Athletics

Sherbrooke Little Athletics was treated to a special visit by Sally Pearson OAM on Saturday 16 November. As part of a larger Coles program,...

Athletes eye PBs, Ebbels reaches new club record

A bright, sunny morning at Morrison Reserve, Mt Evelyn created the perfect conditions for some exciting Little Athletics action. Yarra Ranges Athletics athletes...

All Schools medals cap a big week of athletics

The Victorian All Schools Track and Field Championships continued over the weekend. Five Yarra Ranges Athletics athletes represented their respective schools at Lakeside Stadium....

Tigers too much for Cougars, Tigress’ share points with Pumas

In another big weekend of local baseball, the Upwey Ferntree Gully Tigers picked up where they left off after last weekend, racking up four...

Mitcham defends in strong fashion

Saturday pennant. No-one could complain about the weather. It was warm with not much breeze. Monbulk 1 travelled to Mitcham where the traditional grass...

Outer East a feature of Victorian artists Alice Ivy’s new single

An up-and-coming Victorian artist has incorporated a touch of the Outer East in her latest release, with a famous voice of the Valley and...

Belief leads to first ever exhibition

In a first for many of the Mount Evelyn Art Collective’s group members, an exciting step in their artistic adventure has led to an...

Leap into literacy at Your Library

Lizzie James is the Regional Literacy Officer at Your Library (formerly Eastern Regional Libraries). Here is her introduction to the “Leap into Literacy” program...

From hobby to exhibition

A local has added one more title ‘artist’ in his job list. Yarra Ranges deputy mayor David Eastham, who has spent his whole life in...

Joyful day on Puffing Billy

A party of 900 children, parents, teachers and carers hopped aboard Puffing Billy for the annual Variety Day on Tuesday 20 August. With the...

Books, a small escape for our Mayor

What's We Come With This Place about? We Come With This Place by Debra Dank is what she describes as "a strange kind of letter,...

Join one of the oldest RSLs in Upwey-Belgrave this Remembrance Day

Belgrave RSL was one of the very first RSLs in Victoria, commencing in 1917 just before WW1 ended. The Belgrave Memorial (RSL) Hall was destroyed by...

Remembrance Day 2024: Youth Leads Knox Community in Honoring the Fallen

As the autumn leaves turn in the Tim Neville Arboretum, Knox prepares to mark a solemn milestone – the 106th anniversary of the end...

A feast of flowers

All are welcome to the Flower Festival being held at the Ferny Creek Horticultural Society on the 26 and 27 October. Why not bring your...

Beacon of compassion

In a world that often moves too fast, Harmony Homecare stands as a beacon of compassion, offering a helping hand to those who need...

Volunteering is rewarding and fulfilling

Volunteering as a senior can be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. There are many opportunities available where your skills, experience, and wisdom can make a...

Hitting the mark at Paintball Skirmish

Looking for something fun and exciting to do during the school holidays? Paintball Games has got you covered! With courses located in Coldstream, Cockatoo,...

From TikTok to cookbook

Social media has changed how we read, write and publish. Yet another example is Tiffy Chen, whose popular TikTok cooking and food sharing videos...

From music performance and cabaret to Shakespeare’s comedy

Burrinja Theatre Nigel Wearne Weaves blues, jazz, and American noir with a retro 60s vibe. Backed by horns, Gretsch guitar, drums and double bass, he’s touring globally...

Unpredictability and uncertainty of life

Gardens are filling up with colour, trees are wearing their spring green and the birds are returning. But despite some warm days promising the...

CARTOON: US Election

As former US President Donald Trump won the 2024 US presidential election, the President-elect is scheduled to move back to the White House in...

Woo returns to the well

The Killer Starring Nathalie Emmanuel, Omar Sy and Sam Worthington MA15+ 4/5 Directed by Hong Kong action legend John Woo (and a remake of Woo's 1989 film of...

Housing policy and landslip issue

I hope this finds you well for my final message before the Christmas and New Year break. This one concerns an issue close to...

Solar farm plans for The Basin

Greener futures at the cost of greener pastures have seen a sizeable chunk of land come up for possible changes in use in The...

‘Homelessness doesn’t take a holiday’: Anchor urges for community support

As Australia’s homelessness crisis intensifies, Anchor is calling on the community to extend support to children and young people experiencing homelessness, especially during...

International voices shine at Woorilla Poetry Prize ceremony

A globally recognised competition, the Woorilla Poetry Prize celebrated another successful year in Emerald on Sunday 17 November. Despite the challenging Melbourne weather, more than...

Man arrested after incident with stolen vehicle – Mulgrave

Police have arrested a man after a stolen truck was dumped in Mulgrave early this morning. Officers responded to reports that a stolen Isuzu was...

Twilight market for the community

Tecoma was the bustling site of the annual Tecoma Twilight Market for 2024 on Sunday 17 November with fairies, African drumming and nearly anything...

Saint Ergo amps up

Complicated feelings, hard work and a continued passion for arts and advocacy have seen a long-standing presence in the marginalised music community take out...

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Jim Child returns as Yarra Ranges Council Mayor

O’Shannassy Ward Councillor Jim Child has taken on further responsibility at Yarra Ranges Council stepping back into the Mayor’s chair. Starting his fourth consecutive term...