Clearing properties ahead of fire season
Residents throughout the Yarra Ranges are being urged to take advantage of good weather conditions and start preparing properties for the upcoming bushfire season.
It...
Drizzly day couldn’t dampen spirits at this year’s Selbyfest
Despite a drizzly day, there was plenty of community spirit on show at this year’s Selbyfest, which took place on 4 October.
Families enjoyed...
Men’s Shed builds secure bike shed for students
Students at Upwey primary School have returned to school to the surprise addition of a new bike shed.
Over the holiday period the newly...
Wild journey ahead thanks to community partnership
Year 10 students at Ranges TEC will be putting their outdoor skills to the test during a six-week leadership program called Wild Journey.
The program...
Wild journey ahead thanks to community partnership
Year 10 students at Ranges TEC will be putting their outdoor skills to the test during a six-week leadership program called Wild Journey.
The program...
Female firefighters join Upper Ferntree Gully ranks
The Upper Ferntree Gully Fire Brigade has received a big boost ahead of summer, with an influx of female firefighters joining its ranks.
Five females...
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Avenue of Honour
The ever evolving Halloween on the Green are initiating a Avenue-of-Honour in 2019. Organisers are asking all Festivalgoers to consider participating by...
Morsello magic as Falcons hold upper hand over Panthers
Perfect conditions greeted teams for the opening weekend of the Ferntree Gully and District Cricket Association, with several players showing the rewards of a...
Outrage at illegal dumping in Upper Ferntree Gully
Around 19 emergency crews attended a hazmat dumping on the side of Mount Dandenong Tourist Road just before Devil’s Elbow on 2 October.
Crews worked...
Gembrook award winner puts Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease in the spotlight
Brad Battin has recognised Gembrook resident Melissa Williamson for her outstanding service and commitment to the Gembrook region.
On 1 October – as part of...
Scout awards for years of service
A handful of Scout leaders from the 1st Mount Evelyn Scout Group have been recognised for their many years of exceptional service to scouting.
Jillian...
Hero cat named Sandy wins rescue award for saving owner’s life
Can cats be good bois to?
The question lends itself to the popular interweb obsession of calling dogs, good bois, but I argue that cats,...
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Eggs a challenge
An eggstraordinary range of painted emu eggs is on show in the Dandenong Ranges until 4 May.
The Meggnificent Emu Eggxhibition is in full...
