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Indigenous treaty signed but critics doubt its benefits
An Australian-first treaty with Aboriginal people will take effect just before Christmas but will not be up and running until mid-2026. The signing of the…
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Jail time for threatening staff as retail attacks surge
Customers who attack or threaten shop and hospitality staff could face half a decade behind bars under a long-awaited retail crime crackdown. The Victorian government…
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Pools opening for summer
Community members can dive into the warmer months at Council’s outdoor pools, with the summer season getting underway. From Monday 6 October, the heated Belgrave…
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Bundled branches collection coming soon
Households in the Yarra Ranges will be able to put out bundled branches for collection in late November, as part of their bushfire season preparation.…
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Council calls for more engagement on planning bill
Yarra Ranges Council is calling on the State Government to further engage councils on its upcoming Planning Amendment Bill, to help achieve more housing in…
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Surge in demand for relief services in Knox
Anyone with any doubt about the impact of the rising cost of living needs only to look at the dramatic increase in demand for relief…
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Family violence reports on the rise, a positive for police
The rise in the number of family violence reports in the Yarra Ranges may come as a shock to the community, but for police, it’s…
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The community hear from police on issues impacting the Yarra Ranges
Police and the community came together on Wednesday, 12 November, in Mooroolbark to discuss all things crime and prevention in the Yarra Ranges. Hosting the…
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CFA reaches major milestone in lifesaving program
CFA is excited to achieve its target of 50 brigades to participate in a lifesaving program which responds to select medical Triple Zero (000) calls.…
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Sport
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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…
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Barefoot Bowls season is on a roll at Upwey-Tecoma
Despite the misty rain, an enthusiastic group of 40 friends and families kicked off the first Friday night of the Barefoot Bowls season at Upwey-Tecoma…
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Touching tribute amid AFLW win
It was a display of young talent that powered Carlton to a commanding 41-point AFLW elimination final win over West Coast. In wet and cold…
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Belgrave pushes Kilsyth in close contest despite late player withdrawal
The women’s one-day B Grade match between Kilsyth and Belgrave was fixtured to be played at Belgrave Recreation Reserve, but this was changed to Alan…
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Bayswater Park scores match-winning runs with opening partnership
Last Wednesday, Kilsyth faced Bayswater Park in the Round Two RDCA T20 match at Alan Smith Oval, Pinks Reserve. It was the second match between…
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Rain dampens play but not spirit
Despite the horrid weather on Saturday, and the subsequent cancellation of play, the Ringwood and District Cricket Association community took the opportunity to observe our…
Entertainment
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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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Pastel delights for all
A celebration of vibrant colour, the Pastel Society of Victoria, Australia’s (PSVA) exhibition ‘Pastel Artistry’ opened to the public on Saturday 1 November at the…
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Four artists, one colourful community exhibition
An informal art group known as Four of Us will launch its first exhibition at the Kalorama Collective Community Hub this Sunday, 9 November from…
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Emerald songwriter to perform ahead of Remembrance Day
Emerald songwriter Ian Whitehead will perform his most praised song, Nobody Wins a War, at the Mulgrave Country Club this Sunday, 9 November, from 2pm…
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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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Remembrance Day 2025: 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 107th anniversary of the end of…
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Expert advice, friendly service
Right in the heart of Lilydale, Treadworx is a proudly family-owned business that’s been keeping locals rolling for more than seven years. Known for friendly…
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Customer satisfaction the goal for New Belgrave Motors
New Belgrave Motors are reliable, experienced and always go the extra mile. Owners and dynamic duo Shane and Cindy Taylor say safety is the number…
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Knox Scouts lease almost a-go
Scouting groups across the Knox District may finally have some peace of mind as the final cost and lease agreements for their halls are firmly…
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Heartache inspires youth arts space in the Dandenongs
The Forge Institute, a not-for-profit arts organisation for young people aged 13 to 20, has officially launched in the Dandenong Ranges. The institute, spearheaded by…
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Man charged over Bayswater shooting
Detectives from the Armed Crime Squad have charged a man following a non-fatal shooting in Bayswater earlier in November. A 30-year-old Mooroolbark man was arrested…
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Remembering the fallen veterans in pictures
Communities across the Dandenongs joined the rest of the nation in quiet reflection on Tuesday, 11 November, as the Upwey-Belgrave RSL held its Remembrance Day…
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Richard Higgins the new Mayor of Yarra Ranges, Gareth Ward elected deputy
The Tuesday 11 November Yarra Ranges Council meeting was set aside for a mayoral election, with two new faces in the role of mayor and…
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A minute’s silence in the hills
Despite Melbourne’s unpredictable spring weather, the Upwey-Belgrave RSL was filled with warmth and reflection on Tuesday 11 November, as locals gathered to honour those who…