News
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Three Valley schools receive maintenance funding, despite one having no students
Three schools in the Yarra Valley have received funding through the Victorian Government’s Planned Maintenance Program (PMP), despite one not currently operating. Chum Creek Primary…
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Dads Chat back for Term Three
Dads Chat is back for Term 3. If you are a dad, grandfather, step-dad or male carer of a child aged 0-8 years, don’t miss…
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Council and animal advocates disappointed as kangaroo harvesting exemption denied
The request for the Yarra Ranges to be exempted from the Victorian Government’s Kangaroo Harvesting Program (KHP) has been denied. The decision had been communicated…
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Yarra Ranges Council’s Draft Health and Wellbeing Strategy released for community feedback
Yarra Ranges Council has opened a community feedback for the Draft Health and Wellbeing Strategy over the next few weeks. Under the Public Health and Wellbeing…
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Yarra Ranges Council endorses renewed Disability Action Plan
The Yarra Ranges Council endorsed its Disability Action Plan 2025-2029 at the 8 July council meeting, consolidating its approach to accessibility and inclusivity for the…
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Governments, educators implementing reforms in wake of Victorian child abuse allegations
As Victoria and Australia are left reeling in the wake of shocking allegations of child abuse by early childhood educator Joshua Brown, the wheels have…
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Yarra Ranges Council put strategics plans to public for feedback
Yarra Ranges Council is seeking feedback from the community on its Draft Council Plan for 2025-2029, as well as Draft Asset Plan 2025-2035 and Draft…
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Croydon man killed as motorbike and car collide
Police are investigating a fatal collision in Wantirna that occurred on Monday 7 July. It is understood a motorcycle and car collided on Mountain Highway…
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Minister drops hint that Great Forest National Park proposal set to be ignored
National park enthusiasts are furious while other bush users are rejoicing following recent comments by the environment and outdoor recreation minister Steve Dimopoulos. Speaking at…
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Sport
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Barkerettes dominate Collingwood
Richmond’s Kevin Bartlett Reserve was the setting for Barkerettes’ first game of the second half of the season. Lying seventh, they travelled to Collingwood City…
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Decisive win for Mooroolbark’s vets
This game was postponed from the previous week, and the Vets were able to play The Basin under lights at Batterham Reserve on Friday night.…
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One big win, one heartbreaking loss for Lilydale Eagles
The Lilydale Eagles were back at home to welcome Gideon’s Warriors on Saturday 5 July, looking to put some more points on the board ahead…
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Big weekend of footy: Women dominate at home, men battle bravely on the road
It was another action-packed weekend of footy for the club, with Coldstream women’s team delivering a commanding win at home and Coldstream men taking on…
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Barkers win thrilling derby
The Kennel was sunny and breezy for Derby Day as Barkers (sixth) hosted Knox City (third) in front of a healthy crowd. In recent weeks,…
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Giving hope and enjoyment in the Northern Territory via the sport of football
Yarra Glen’s senior football coach is asking the Yarra Ranges community members to support his special trip to the Northern Territory. In October, Jason De…
Entertainment
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Paddle pups protecting platypus
When you think sniffer dogs, your mind might go straight to airports – searching for narcotics or to disaster zones – searching for survivors under…
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Light dazzles as community celebrate Winter Solstice
Belgrave was crowded with thousands of people with different lanterns on hand. Taking place on the Winter Solstice, Saturday 21 June, the Belgrave Lantern Parade…
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Winter in the Valley: frost, fog, icicles and sunrises
With the Yarra Ranges experiencing some incredibly cold mornings already this winter, Jack Frost has certainly been out in force, casting icicles over everything. But…
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Art gives Milie the will to keep going after MND diagnosis
Breaking free of the confines set around her, Milie Woods always knew art was a calling she couldn’t resist, little did she know one day…
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Strawberry Moon shows off its beauty
The June full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, was captured in Emerald by a local photographer, Tracy Dasler, at 7.02pm on Wednesday 11 June.
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History of local golf club to be published in book
A local golf club will showcase over 100 years of its history in November. Eastern Golf Club was formed in 1909 as Middleborough Golf Club,…
In Business – Sponsored
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Tudor Village proud to announce sponsorship of Lilydale Bowling Club
Tudor Village in Lilydale is very proud to once again be a premium sponsor of the Lilydale Bowling Club. In announcing the partnership, Tudor Village’s…
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QHealth Lilydale Doctors: Your local healthcare partner
QHealth – Lilydale Doctors is committed to delivering high-quality, affordable healthcare with a strong focus on community wellbeing. Conveniently located on the main streets of…
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A legacy of excellence and innovation
Nestled in the heart of Lilydale, AG Automotive has been a cornerstone of the community for over three decades. Established in the 1980s, this family-run…
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A busy retirement keeps Jan young-at-heart
Jan Peacock has lived at Tudor Village for four years and couldn’t be happier. She is busy, socially connected and loving life. But if you…
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Grounded in values, growing in purpose
In today’s rapidly changing world, parents increasingly seek more than just academic excellence from a school. They are looking for a place that nurtures their…
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Ranges TEC: Hands-on schooling
Ranges TEC is a trade training school especially designed for hands-on learners to study in Year 10, 11 and 12 with the goal of achieving…
More News
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Damaging winds across Yarra Ranges today
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a warning for damaging winds across the Yarra Ranges and the state. The warning was issued at 10.59am…
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Local renewable energy groups welcomes government’s plan
Local renewable energy groups welcomed the Victorian government’s plan to cut gas use. The government had initially intended to replace gas heaters as well as…
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In-pharmacy treatment program made permanent
The confirmation that a statewide community pharmacy pilot would become permanent and expanded was welcome news to local pharmacies. After an 18-month pilot program, seeing…
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Police snow plea as 50 rescued and 80 cars turned back each weekend
Yarra Ranges residents planning to travel to alpine resorts this winter are urged to plan ahead to avoid being turned away. Police are disappointed at…
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Regional news is the Canary in the Coal Mine
This week, I step up as President of Country Press Australia (CPA), ostensibly to represent the best interests of independent regional newspaper publishers. But the…
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Yarra Ranges introduce recycling program
Community members are encouraged to pop their bottles and cans into baskets attached to a selection of local bins, as part of a trial to…