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International Day of People With Disability

Yarra Ranges Council is hosting a free online event to celebrate the International Day of People With Disability (IDPwD).

Keynote speaker Ben Pettingill will share his incredible story and Montrose Netball Club will talk about the establishment of the All Abilities Netball program.

The event will run online from 10:30am-12pm on 23 November.

Register: www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Experience/Events

Enquiries: Amanda May, Disability Inclusion Officer, 9294 6741 or a.may@yarraranges.vic.gov.au

Bus-ting out of lockdown

After spending most of the year in lockdown, Victorian Bus Charters are offering a free all inclusive tour of the Yarra Valley for one lucky person and nine of their friends.

The competition runs from 7pm 1 November to 7pm 29 November. The winner will be announced live on the Victorian Bus Charters Instagram at 8pm 29 November.

To enter the draw and be eligible visit: https://victorianbuscharters.com.au/the-yarra-valley-giveaway/

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