Forest Fire Management Victoria bolstered ahead of potentially fiery summer
Fire season draws nearer with each passing day, but for Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) the preparation for the next fire season starts as...
Small quake shakes the hills
Reports have been released of a potential seismic activity hitting the hills on Wednesday 18 October.
The small potential quake, which is said to...
A festival to save an endangered species
One of Australia’s cutest native animals is being celebrated in the Hills, with locals encouraged to learn more about local wildlife.
The Yarra Ranges...
Victoria Police visit Rowville Hindu Community Centre
On Sunday 27 August we came together with the local community at the Hindu Community Centre (Centre for Oneness – Rowville Branch) to bring...
Yarra Ranges Community Awards final call
Community members are encouraged to help recognise those who tirelessly help others, with nominations opening for the annual Community Awards.
The awards will recognise people...
Yarra Ranges councillors approve plans for childcare facility in Monbulk
Yarra Ranges councillors have supported a planning application for a childcare facility on 1 Baynes Park Road in Monbulk, despite pedestrian safety concerns raised...
Victoria’s Electric vehicle tax thrown out by High Court
The Australian High Court has ruled Victoria’s electric vehicle (EV) tax is ‘unconstitutional’ in what has been noted as a landmark decision.
EV drivers...
Tai Chi in Emerald for Seniors Festival
Seniors gathered this morning at Cardinia Cultural Centre in Pakenham to enjoy the venue’s renowned pre-show Devonshire tea as part of Seniors Festival 2023.
They...
Hounds in need of a home
It was a boomtime for pets during Covid lockdowns, but now they have fallen out of fashion.
The shortage of new pet owners has...
Introducing Storm Talk: Locals invited to share perspectives on disaster communication
Residents in the Dandenong Ranges have first-hand experience of living through a natural disaster. They also know all too well the importance of good...
Health of Yarra Ranges businesses falls, new data reveals
The Yarra Ranges has dropped in its ranking of business surety according to the latest data from CreditorWatch.
Over the three month period from...
TRIP programs returns to the Valley to hopefully save young lives
A program with the potential to save young lives is getting back up and running in the Yarra Ranges with a sombre session at...
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Strong reminder to never leave a burn-off unattended
An unattended burn-off in Warburton has provided a prompt reminder ahead of any last summer burning that residents need to take proper precautions.
CFA crews...
