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Locations open for people with no power

15/02/2024

A storm caused power outages in Yarra Valley. Picture: DONGYUN KWON

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If the power is still off in the morning on Thursday 15 February and you’re looking for somewhere to have a shower and charge the phone the following locations will be open.

Yarra Centre, 2435 Warburton Highway, Yarra Junction from 6am to 9pm.

Wandin North Pavilion, Clegg Road, Wandin North from 7.30am to 10.30am and from 4.30pm to 7.30pm.

Olinda Recreation Reserve Pavilion, 71-73 Olinda-Monbulk Road, Olinda from 7.30am to 10.30am and from 4.30pm to 7.30pm.

Please note that charging service is not available at Olinda Recreation Reserve Pavilion until the afternoon.

*Dependent on continuing power outages.

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