News
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Council grants for community groups now open
Through Yarra Ranges Council’s annual Grants for Community program, community groups and artists across the Yarra Ranges can apply for up to $10,000 in funding…
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33 years at the Emerald Op Shop
volunteers at the Emerald Opp Shop have been serving the community for over three decades, selling pre-loved clothes to bric-a-brac goods to locals. The community…
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Local school recognising critically endangered species
Students and staff from Macclesfield Primary School are raising awareness for a local critically endangered species with a new whole-school mural project. Artist and education…
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Puffing Billy enthusiast convicted of molesting young boys
A Puffing Billy volunteer who sexually abused two young train enthusiasts is unlikely to serve a day despite being sentenced to prison time. Anthony Hutchins…
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New research examines young people’s role in natural disasters
New research from Victoria University, in partnership with Youth Affairs Council Victoria, has found young people are eager to assist during times of natural disaster…
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Works on $60 million Boronia Station upgrade begin in earnest
Scoping works on the new Boronia Station have now started, as the $60 million upgrade begins in earnest. The upgrade was an election promise at…
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Fairwork Commission announces increase to minimum and award wages
Some of the lowest-earning Australians will receive a wage increase from 1 July, after the FairWork Commission announced an increase to minimum and award wages.…
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Horse owners urged to get their PIC
Horse owners have been urged by Agriculture Victoria that they must register for a Property Identification Code (PIC), an important measure for protecting their ponies.…
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New water tank art acknowledes local Indigenous history and culture
Water tanks around the Yarra Ranges and the hills have been transformed into works of art, paying homage to the rich history and culture of…
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Electricity prices set to rise around Victoria
Energy prices are set to rise by 25 per cent across Victoria, with businesses throughout the Yarra Ranges already feeling the cost pressures. The Australian…
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Police looking for man in relation to criminal damages and bail offences
Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a 30-year-old man wanted on a warrant in relation to criminal damage and bail offences. Aaron…
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Maroondah Hospital welcomes Specialist Women’s Health Clinic
A new dedicated women’s health clinic at Maroondah Hospital is one of 20 being created across the state. The clinics will help provide care and…












