News
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Belgrave paramedic awarded Ambulance Service Medal
Belgrave paramedic educator Jessica Joy Drummond has been awarded the Ambulance Service Medal (ASM) for distinguished service as a member of an Australian ambulance service.…
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The Ranges’ very own Wildlife Warrior
Yarra Ranges Council’s Citizen of the Year Award goes to wildlife warrior Emma Sullivan. Having run the Wattle Wildlife Shelter in the Dandenong Ranges for…
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Gordon Buller awarded for a lifetime’s worth of devotion
One of the Yarra River’s most determined protectors, Gordon Buller, received the Mayor’s Lifetime Achievement Award for the Australia Day Civic Awards. Mr Buller was…
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Summer fun keeps arty kids cool
Kids kept cool and creative over summer at the Belgrave Library with the help of a locally based artist and educator in some fun holiday…
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Many lifetimes of achievement recognised in Australia Day Awards
Volunteers striving to improve the world around them have been recognised in this year’s Australia Day Civic Awards, with nominees awarded in a ceremony on…
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School zones return for Term One 2026
Drivers on the road in the mornings and afternoons are urged to take care as school zone speed limits are in place again this week…
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Cockatoo teen wins Young Citizen of the Year
At just 18, Eliza Owen from Cockatoo has already saved lives, rebuilt hope, and inspired a community. Last night, the Cardinia Shire Council recognised her…
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Drink drivers detected during Operation Amity
More than 5500 offences were detected by Victoria Police during a four-day statewide road policing operation over the Australia day long weekend. Operation Amity saw…
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Montrose Township Group takes Community Group of the Year
Montrose Township Group have been crowned Yarra Ranges Council’s Community Group of the Year. Bestowed the honour for the council’s Australia Day Civic Awards, the…
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Sport
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Heartbreak in the heat for the Monbulk bowlers
Saturday Pennant round 11 In what was to be the hottest conditions of the season was to also produce the most heartbreaking of days for…
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Juniors in the spotlight as heat disrupts play
With scorching temperatures predicted on Saturday, many competitions abandoned play for the safety of players and officials. The Ringwood and District Cricket Association was one…
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Young Montrose cricketers shine on the MCG in Big Bash experience
A group of Montrose Cricket Club’s youngest players enjoyed a night they will remember forever, stepping onto the hallowed turf of the Melbourne Cricket Ground…
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Tough weekend all round
A tough weekend for the cricketers in maroon as victories were hard to come by. The Mounters were only able to post one win as…
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Monbulk Bowlers hit the ground running in 2026
After closing the book on 2025 with plenty of momentum the Monbulk Bowling club were keen to set in place some positive energy to kick…
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Sanders holds firm after time penalty
Motocross maestro Daniel “Chucky” Sanders remains on top position after stage seven in the 2026 Dakar Rally, despite suffering a speeding penalty. The Three Bridges…
Entertainment
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The collaborative Cloud Time comes to Healesville
You can feel the space even before you cross its threshold. It is almost like a grandparent’s kitchen, or a meditation circle. The cloud time…
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Hills ink hits skin
Connection and art have driven a somewhat special project that saw two artists from different worlds come together across mediums. Friends with long-term creative parallels…
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2025 arts keep community stitched together
The Dandenong Ranges is brimming with artists of just about every kind you can imagine from painters, to photographers, musicians and more. Beyond the bottom…
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The creative scene across the Valley and Ranges
The arts and creative scene across the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges offers something for everyone. And better yet, there are so many free galleries…
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Playlunch packs out Sooki Lounge
Local Dandenong Ranges band Playlunch raised the roof at their sold out Sooki Lounge show on 5 December with an electrifying performance. The self-described “bogan…
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Oracle of Sassafras hosts Tropfest crew for short film
Oracle of Sassafras welcomed the cast and crew of the short film, ‘Sand Trap’ on Tuesday, 2 December, for the 2026 Tropfest competition, the world’s…
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Cognoscenti: A neighbourhood restaurant built on friendship, food and wine
Cognoscenti is the kind of restaurant that feels both thoughtfully crafted and comfortably familiar — a place where quality food, a considered wine list and…
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More than just a game at Monbulk Bowling Club
Bowling enthusiasts and casual revellers alike, brace yourselves for an unforgettable experience at the Monbulk Bowling Club, located at 11 Moores Road, Monbulk. This vibrant…
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Experience country racing at its best in Healesville
Just an hour from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne, the Healesville Amateur Horse Racing Club delivers one of regional Victoria’s most enjoyable and family-friendly…
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Connect with free advice and support when you need it most
Accessing mental health support can feel overwhelming, especially during times of stress, anxiety or emotional uncertainty. Knowing where to turn and what options are available…
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Flowery family fun at Blue Lotus Water Garden
With the pressures of Christmas now over, I’m sure many parents are looking for ways to keep the kids entertained over the school holidays. The…
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Soar to new heights
Take your family on an unforgettable adventure aboard the Arthurs Seat Eagle, a thrilling gondola ride that soars high above the stunning Mornington Peninsula. Whether…
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Queensland Fruit Fly infiltrates Yarra Ranges
The Queensland Fruit Fly (QFF) has been detected in apricots in a residential garden in Yarra Glen, with further suspected larvae sightings in Lilydale. Other…
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Councils call for Growing Suburbs Fund to be restored
An ongoing push for the State Government to restore the Growing Suburbs Fund which supported tens of millions of dollars in infrastructure projects in Yarra…
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Have your say on Belgrave projects
The Belgrave Tecoma Township Group is holding a meeting on Thursday, 29 January at 6pm at Belgrave Library. Residents are invited to share their views,…
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‘Heart of Gold’ wins OAM
Kooweerup resident Beverley Anne Edwards has been awarded an Order of Australia (OAM) for her decades-long service to the community of Cardinia. Already a recipient…
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Diverting food from landfill wins Pat Natoli Environmental Achiever award
What started as a small way of reducing food and flower waste going to landfill evolved into something far beyond Patrick Natoli’s expectations. Co-founder and…
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Multiple Hillside accidents after alleged drink driving
Two hillside car accidents have seen cars flipped and charges laid on their drivers. Police reported a number of collisions in the outer east and…
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OAM awarded to Jim Child
O’Shannassy Ward councillor Jim Child received a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his unwavering dedication to the Yarra Ranges. Cr Child was…
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Belgrave’s Neil McLeod honoured with OAM
Belgrave resident Neil McLeod has received a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the 2026 Australia Day awards for his service to the…
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Paul Birch recognised for decades of service
Upwey horticulturist Paul Jonathon Birch has been awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division for service to the community…
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Two lives lost in shock accident
The community are shaken after a horrific and tragic accident in Ferntree Gully over the weekend saw two young lives lost on Victorian roads. A…