Successful Rotary gala night raises funds for Maroondah Hospital
Maroondah Hospital and the Rotary Club of Maroondah celebrated raising $27,000 for the hospital’s gender-sensitive care in inpatient settings on Tuesday 23 May, after...
Monbulk RSL sub-branch president remembered by family and community
Community members gathered at the Monbulk RSL sub-branch on Friday 19 May to remember long-standing president William (Bill) Ford after his sudden passing early...
New budget sees timber harvesting to be shut down from 2024
The Victorian Government brought forward the transition away from native forestry logging to 1 January 2024 from the initial 2030 goal, leaving the timber...
This week’s three… Western Port species
Great Knot
This is a endangered shorebird which has been seen to habitat in the wetlands and shores of Western Port Bay. Each year, these...
Hunt still on for owner of lost ring
Eye watch has posted another call to the public in an effort to find the owner of a piece of jewellery found in the...
Biggest Morning Tea held at Japara
On Thursday 25 May, Japara Neighbourhood House hosted a Biggest Morning Tea event for the community.
The Biggest Morning Tea was held around the country...
Entrepreneur and Innovation Program deadline extended
Residents now have until June 9 to apply for the Entrepreneur and Innovation Program, after Yarra Ranges Council has extended the application deadline.
If you...
BOOK REVIEW: Ice Bound: The Australian Story of Antartica by Joy McCann
Ice Bound: The Australian Story of Antartica is an informative and engaging account of the history of Australia’s connection with Antartica.
Written by renowned environmental...
Police warning to stay safe on the road this weekend
Ahead of national road trip day on 26 May, Victoria Police took to social media and cautioned the public to be prepared and drive...
Victorians urged to safely to heat homes this winter
Victorians will be turning on their home heating after months of inactivity, with winter arriving next week.
While your heating may be working well, there...
Local service says social housing support announced in budget not expected to reach the...
A local service says the Yarra Ranges is not expected to see the benefits of a funding boost to social housing announced in the...
Council endorses Mount Dandenong Kindergarten move
Yarra Ranges Council has endorsed Mount Dandenong Kindergarten’s redevelopment and relocation onto Mount Dandenong Primary School’s site, alongside contributing $400,000 towards a kindergarten plus...
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Jaycar mains timer recalled due to risk of electric shock
Jaycar Electronics 240 volt 12-hour Programmable Mains Timer has been recalled due to the risk of electric shock.
The powertech 12-hour programmable timer for wall...
