Women step up despite trolls
This year’s local council elections have been record-breaking when it comes to female representation.
Not only did the Yarra Ranges elect its highest number of...
Driving through history
Gembrook is known for being the last stop along the iconic Puffing Billy Railway. But hidden behind the steam clouds of the historic train...
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Milk bar robbery
Police are investigating following a robbery at a Mount Evelyn milk bar last Sunday (15 November).
It is alleged two offenders entered the...
Giving to children in need
A local charity is participating in a worldwide movement that supports non-for-profits by asking people to give money or time.
The Storey Players works to...
Harper’s mission reaches top end
The legacy of an inspirational young boy has reached the top end of Australia, after his remarkable mission inspired a Darwin teenager to organise...
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Sportswomen needed
Gembrook Cockatoo Football Netball Club are seeking women who are interested in playing an open age women's team for next year.
Players of all...
Turning the pages of sporting history
About 100 years ago Monbulk won its football premiership, but the club was forced to go to court to do so.
In 1919, Ferny Creek...
Full steam ahead
After being closed for 250 days, Puffing Billy will return to the tracks on Saturday 28 November as metropolitan Melbourne continues to take gradual...
The Yarra Ranges pauses to remember
RSL’s across the nation paused at 11am on Wednesday 11 November to commemorate Remembrance Day, marking the 102nd anniversary of the Armistice that ended...
Casey ‘model’ for export
Ex-councillor Sam Aziz has revealed an attempt with Jim's Mowing founder Jim Penman to “take over” Yarra Ranges Council with a like-minded group of...
Get to know your local wildlife
As Nikki Rae runs her own native wildlife shelter from her Selby residence, it’s certainly not your typical hills house.
Her living room, and sometimes...
Mum’s iso project makes history
A mother’s documentation of the Covid-19 pandemic will now go down in local history, in the form of a book.
When the pandemic first hit...
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Protect yourself this winter by getting your flu vaccination
Victorians are being reminded to book in their annual flu vaccination ahead of winter peak season, with free flu vaccines now available for children...
