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An easy ride for Easter
Giddy-up for holiday fun at Ranges Equestrian Centre. PARENTS looking for something to keep the children amused during the Easter holidays, particularly on a wet…
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Visitors open their hearts
By Tania MartinTHE devastation of last month’s fires has touched the heartstrings of some of Emerald’s international visitors. A group of Japanese students have dug…
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School funds slammed
By Casey NeillFERNTREE Gully primary school principals have slammed State Government maintenance funding as “grossly inadequate”. But the Government rejected claims it had neglected the…
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Shire backs Fernlea palliative care bid
THE Shire of Yarra Ranges has joined the call for state and federal governments to support the region’s community palliative care unit. This comes after…
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‘Slum’ dodge in the air
By Casey NeillKNOX councillors have approved a seven unit development at their meeting last Tuesday (24 March) despite warnings that the plan would turn the…
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Groomsman’s delight
By Tania MartinEMERALD’S Margaret Hames’ wedding day was anything but usual. After more than 17-years, Margaret and her partner Matt Hames took the plunge with…
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Jobs concern forms policy
By Tania MartinOLINDA trader Trish Jonescu last week highlighted the plight of hills businesses at a jobs forum. The Olinda Golf House Café owner said…
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Desirable brew
By Casey NeillSELBY Folk Club will this year celebrate three decades of bringing music to the hills. The volunteer-run group will mark the occasion with…
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Cat cut call
By Casey NeillKNOX cats could be forced under the knife if councillors approve a controversial new pet plan. Cat owners will find out in June…
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Carbon climbdown
By Tania MartinA COUNCILLOR has slammed the Shire of Yarra Ranges for turning its back on a promise to become carbon neutral. Cr Samantha Dunn,…
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Firefighter thanks are on track
YARRA Ranges residents will get the chance to say ‘thank-you’ to community and emergency service groups next month. A day of celebration is planned to…
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