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The Fire Danger Period for Yarra Ranges 2023-24 will begin at 1am on Monday 18 December, the Country Fire Authority (CFA) has declared. During the…

A hand crafted Christmas village made entirely from cardboard took Barbara Fergusson hours to craft. Taking up her entire kitchen table, there’s something to spot…

Due to a high risk forecast in the central district for Wednesday 13 December, a thunderstorm asthma warning has been issued. The combination of high…

Sixth graders at primary schools across the Hills were given a special graduation present as Monbulk MP Daniella De Martino and not-for-profit Treasuring Our Trees…

Community gathering spaces occupy a beating heart in the hills and remain a treasured way to plan vital resources and recreation in the coming year.…

Petitioners are calling on Yarra Ranges Council to protect the streetscape of Kallista after historic oak trees were reportedly cut down. Several oak trees on…

The state government is helping more kids get active and fostering the talents of Victoria’s future sports stars through Active Schools Grants. Minister for Education…

Monbulk’s local hero – professor Arnold Dix – has returned to his home town of Monbulk after rescuing 41 workers from a tunnel in India…

It is safety first for the Christmas season with product checks a priority across Victoria for Consumer Affairs. Victorian families are being urged to choose…

The festive season is here and in full swing – with visits from the jolly red fellow himself and a chance to embrace community spirit…

Locals are seeing red after National Australia Bank’s (NAB) announcement it would be shutting up shop in Emerald in March 2024. Menzies Creek local Karin…

The Upwey and Hills community recently celebrated 25 years with Burrinja over music, speech, art, song and celebration. On 3 December, Burriinja celebrated with a…