News
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Funding for creative work research and development available
Creative professionals throughout the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges can apply for the latest round of the Creators Fund, the Victorian Government’s creative research and…
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Lake Knox development rejection appealed to VCAT
Development Victoria will lodge an appeal against Knox City Council’s refusal to grant two planning permits at the site known locally as Lake Knox. Knox…
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Yarra Ranges Council meeting adjourned after disruptions
Yarra Ranges Council’s meeting on Tuesday 31 January lasted only 12 minutes after it was disrupted by a group of over 140 people, resulting in…
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SNIPPETS: Free workshops for community activities
Knox City Council is offering free workshops throughout the year for community groups, clubs, not-for-profit organisations and individuals who provide services, programs and activities throughout…
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Local council marches at Midsumma today
Yarra Ranges Council is joining a swathe of local councils in proudly marching at Melbourne’s Midsumma Pride March today, supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. ‘Midsumma Pride…
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Fallen trees repurposed for Yarra Valley school
Trees that fell throughout the June 2021 storm weather event have been repurposed, with future projects in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges planned by…
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Liberal Party meets locals to discuss road sealing cuts
On Monday 30 January, Federal Liberal shadow ministers met with Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges residents to discuss the cancellation of funding for road sealing…
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Kallista Community House closes
The contribution of the Committee of Management and Coordinator of the Kallista Community House was acknowledged by Yarra Ranges Council following a decision to cease…
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CARTOON: First day back at school
This week, the Star Mail’s resident cartoonist Danny Zemp looks at a nefarious first day back at school.
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Life Saving Victoria urges residents to be careful around water
With data revealing swimming, paddling, or wading as the most common activities preceding drowning in the month of February, Life-Saving Victoria (LSV) is urging people…
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Upwey Community Group calls on locals to have their say on strategic plans
The Upwey Community Group will hold a public meeting on Sunday 19 February to find out what is important to the local community to help…
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Local event grants available
Townships across the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges have an opportunity to host community events, with applications opening for the Victorian Government’s Small and Medium…












