News
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Day of Mourning held in Kallista
Over 30 people gathered at Grants Picnic Ground in Kallista on Thursday 22 September to remember First Nations people who have died and acknowledge Australia’s…
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Helping women find a career in a trade
A diverse group of women had the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at a Tools Skills Day, hosted by the Box Hill Institute and Empowering…
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Police request public assistance in finding stolen vehicle
Victoria Police has requested public assistance in locating a vehicle stolen from a car dealership in Ferntree Gully. The pictured distinctive HSV Holden Utility was…
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Debate starts over proposed updated park regulations
State Government’s proposed Metropolitan and Regional Parks Regulations could see Victorians who are not careful in their use of park spaces fined up to $4000.…
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Upper House MP warns of risk of extremist groups in valedictory speech
Outgoing MP for Eastern Victoria Region Cathrine Burnett-Wake raised concern about the risk of extremist groups during her valedictorian speech on Wednesday 21 September, condemned…
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Police charge man after Upwey stabbing
Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit members have charged a 21-year-old man from Ferntree Gully following an alleged stabbing in Upwey on 22 September. Police said…
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Memorial service held in Canberra to honour Queen Elizabeth II
Federal politicians, public servants and distinguished guests joined together for a memorial service for Queen Elizabeth II at Parliament House on Thursday 22 September, the…
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Fuel excise tax reduction set to end 29 September
The fuel excise discount introduced at the start of April is coming to an end on Thursday 29 September, with an increase in petrol prices…
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Covid-19 nasal treatment beginning clinical trials
Clinical trials for a nasal medication that could reduce transmission of Covid-19 in homes and hospitals will soon begin in Victoria. If the trials prove…
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National family day care award to honour Kathi Hewitson
At an awards ceremony held in Tasmania, Foundations Family Day Care coordinator Kathi Hewitson has been named Australia’s Family Day Care Coordinator of the year.…
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Yarra Ranges Council launches animal registration visits
Community Safety Officers are visiting a number of properties around the municipality over the next 12 weeks to assist Yarra Ranges Council in updating its…
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Vulnerable customer information leaked in Optus hack
Following a cyberattack on the telecommunications company, former and current Optus customers in the Yarra Ranges may potentially have had their data breached. Upon discovering…