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Gardens to get lost in
When it comes to gardens in the Yarra Ranges, visitors are spoiled for choice. From the award-winning to the more hidden gems, the number and…
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Water play for a summer’s day
Water play parks around the Yarra Ranges reopen in time for the beautiful spring sunshine each year. The water play areas in Lilydale, Seville and…
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Markets around the Ranges
On the first Sunday of every month, The Valley Market in Warburton makes its regular visit. It has over 30 stalls making local growers’ produce…
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Tips for saving on back to school costs
Now Christmas is over, families are bracing for the hefty costs that come with outfitting children for the new academic year. From clothing and supplies…
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Preparing kids to go back to school
Parents and guardians across Australia are gearing up for the back-to-school season. Whether it’s the first day of school or the start of a new…
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Staying fire safe during the summer holidays
Many of the places Yarra Ranges locals love to enjoy on their summer holidays are in a heightened fire risk area so before hitting the…
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Harm a worker, face serious concequences
Monbulk MP Daniela De Martino has thanked local retail workers for their hard work and reminded the community to treat customer-facing staff with respect –…
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Mayor looks back over 2025
I hope that this column finds you all ready to take some time to relax over the holiday break. We’ve had a big year as…
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Cartoon: Social media ban
Cartoonist Danny Zemp wonders, “What about the poor and lonely phones?” after the Federal Government’s social media ban for those 16 and under.
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Best films of 2025
Twin films – when different studios make similar films at around the same time (think Antz and A Bug’s Life, or Deep Impact and Armageddon)…
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Additional charges for Alpine Hotel manager who sexually assaulted 17-year-old
An ex-hotel manager at the Alpine Hotel supplied a teen with alcohol before sexually assaulting her, the County Court has heard. 35-year-old James Stewart pleaded…
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Yarra Ranges residents reminded to not put batteries in bins
An important notice reminding Yarra Ranges residents to not put batteries and other hazardous items in their bins went out on 17 December. On Monday…
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