News
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Rare supercell thunderstorm passes through Yarra Valley
A rare “elevated supercell thunderstorm” passed through the Yarra Valley and lit up the skies at 10pm on 24 November. Members of the public watched…
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Celebrating 40 years at Emerald Secondary
Emerald Secondary College marked a major milestone celebrating its 40th anniversary with past and present staff, as well as former students on Friday, 21 November.…
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Preparing the Ranges for bushfire season
With the arrival of a bushfire season that is forecast to be particularly potent in the Yarra Ranges, preparation is key to protecting the local…
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A community that cares
In a world often defined by hustle and hardship, Monbulk’s Open Door Community Care reminds us all what it means to truly care. Nestled in…
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Operation Santa leaked to the Star Mail…
…a TOP SECRET message from you-know-who about you-know-what has been sent to the Star Mail inbox… Operation Santa will kick off in late December with…
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Cockatoo comes alive at twilight
Cockatoo Country Market has been running for an amazing nine years, providing a family friendly, low-cost local event that brings the community together every month.…
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Support the scouts, buy a tree
1st Selby Scouts Group is a growing local community group. Kids participate in fun and challenging weekly sessions at the old mud-brick Scouts Hall at…
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Santa’s on the siren in Ferntree Gully
December is now just a little jingle away with Christmas plans in full swing across the Yarra Ranges. The beloved Santa Run will soon be…
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Santa rolling through Belgrave on 21 Dec
Belgrave CFA will run its annual Santa Run on Sunday 21 December, the weekend before Christmas, from 9am until around midday. Santa will be travelling…
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Sport
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Oskar makes the Giants
The GWS Giants have selected Upwey-Tecoma and South Belgrave junior Oskar Taylor with pick 15 in the 2025 AFL Draft. Drafted after a premiership year…
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Monbulk bowling club celebrates 60th anniversary in style.
The club activities went to a whole new level this week with the Bowling club celebrating its 60th year. Many past players and current members…
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Fun Run returns to support Angliss kids
The Rotary Club of Emerald and District’s Kids Fun Run with Puffing Billy returns to the Puffing Billy Railway Station in Gembrook on Sunday, 30…
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Neither rain, hail, sleight, nor snow would stand in the way of Monbulk victory.
Midweek Pennant. On one of the more difficult weather days in memory the Midweek bowlers battled away on Remembrance Day to complete their round 3…
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Teams honour the fallen in dedicated round
For cricket traditionalists, real cricket returned on the weekend with all but the Sixth XI engaged in day one of two-day action. With the clearer…
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Belgrave team masters Tai Chi on China’s stage
When the local Belgrave Tai Chi team stepped onto the competition floor in Wudang, China, representing Australia, it wasn’t just about medals, it was the…
Entertainment
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Poets gather for Woorilla
2025 has seen another huge outpouring of literary art take shape in poetry submissions of all kinds from near and far at the annual Woorilla…
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Soul and story telling
Yarra Ranges are in for a treat as iconic duo Tex Perkins and Matt Walker gett ready to bring their iconic sound to Upwey next…
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Creativity thrives across all ages in Monbulk’s art event
The town of Monbulk has truly found its artistic heart as it marked its second annual, ‘Celebrate Monbulk’ art event on Thursday evening, 13 November.…
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Defrosted kicks off with Zak Gully
Not your usual gig spot, a local library has hosted the second in a series of free music events to highlight and celebrate young musicians…
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She Shapes History comes to the Yarra Ranges
A little online storytelling can go a long way, and locals may have noticed the stories and scenery of some amazing figures from Yarra Ranges’…
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Succesful Spanish tour for Smoke Stack Rhino
Yarra Valley-based band Smoke Stack Rhino set their sights on the shores of Spain, taking their local sound to Europe at the end of last…
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Best Christmas prize draw yet
The festive spirit is in full swing at Monbulk Bowling Club as we get ready to bring some Christmas cheer to our wonderful community. This…
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End the year with festive cheer
As Christmas approaches, with less than a month to go, there is a sense of positivity and hope for an enjoyable 2026. At Monbulk and…
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Tight-knit bonds form across generations at Aveo’s Fountain Court
An intergenerational program is teaching teens that genuine connections don’t require Wi-Fi – just a pair of knitting needles, a ball of wool, and plenty…
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Join Upwey Belgrave RSL
Each year, on the 11 November, communities across Australia pause to remember the brave men and women who served and sacrificed in times of war,…
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Lilydale Valley Views: Retirement living with heart
Where the Yarra Valley meets the Dandenong Ranges, Lilydale Valley Views offers more than a place to live, it’s a vibrant community where retirement is…
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Guard your eyes from glare
Summer is on its way and protecting your eyes from glare has so many reasons why it is important for the health of your eyes.…
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Santa stops at Monbulk
Monbulk CFA will be running its annual Santa Run on Christmas Eve, 24 December, from 1pm to 6pm. Santa will be sitting on the back…
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Santa is coming to Emerald
Emerald Fire Brigade is planning to run its exciting annual Christmas tradition, the Santa Run, on Sunday 21 December from 5pm to 6.30pm. Santa will…
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Medals stolen in Wantirna South
Knox Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance following a burglary in Wantirna South earlier this month. It is understood an unknown offender…
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Study finds oversight, accountability and transparency lacking in global wildlife trade
A new study by researchers from universities and research institutions across Australia, the United States, Europe and South America has expressed concern about the lack…
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Planning for drainage improvements on Monbulk Road
The State Government is investing $2.9 million towards the design and construction of drainage improvements on Monbulk Road, between Emberson Road and Perrins Creek Road…
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New Liberal leader welcomed by Eildon MP
The Victorian Liberal Party has seen its third change in leadership in under 12 months but this time, in a historic step, a woman is…