News
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There’s still time to have your say on Kings Park
Consultation on Kings Park in Upper Ferntree Gully closes on Monday 6 March. Home to multiple sporting clubs, Knox City Council is asking locals to…
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Peter Dutton attacks Labor on infrastructure cuts, downplays funding deficit
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has continued to attack the Labor Government on cuts to funding in the Aston electorate ahead of the by-election, downplaying that…
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When you can collect firewood
Forest Fire Management Victoria is reminding people who rely on firewood when they can collect it, and urges locals to plan ahead. Firewood can be…
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RACV safety survey opens for feedback
The RACV My Melbourne Road survey, launched Thursday 2 March, is asking Yarra Ranges residents to share how local roads can be made safer. Responses…
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Calls for revamped Puffing Billy playground
After a meeting at the Hills Hub organised by the Emerald Village Exercise & Recreation (EVER) group drawing Puffing Billy Railway CEO Peter Abbott to…
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Independent Libertarian candidate announces nomination for Aston by-election
Maya Tesa is running as an independent candidate in the Aston by-election on a libertarian platform of lower taxes and less government oversight. The Eltham-based…
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Knox City Council forecasts $6.356 million deficit for financial year
Knox City Council expects an operating deficit of $6.356 million for the 2022/23 financial year, according to a report tabled in the Monday 27 February…
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Pet owners should be aware of fireworks on Saturday night
During Knox Festival on Saturday 4 March, a fireworks display will be set off at Wally Tew Reserve, Ferntree and the council has sent a…
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Disability Advisory Committee receives plaudits for year of achievements
At the Tuesday 28 February Council meeting, a report on the achievements of Yarra Ranges Council’s Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) was tabled, receiving plaudits and…
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Community panel recruited for next stage of kindergarten reform
A community panel will support Knox City Council as it considers the future of its kindergarten services in the local area, after councillors voted on…
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Police search for owner of money left on register at Westfield Knox
After a purse containing an undisclosed amount of cash was left behind at a department store cash register at Westfield Knox on Sunday 12 February,…
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New round of $250 power saving bonus payments open in late March
Local residents will be able to claim another round of the $250 Power Saving Bonus in late March, even if they have previously received the…