News
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Locations open for people with no power
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…
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Permaculture Week events return for fifth year
The fifth edition of Permaculture Week in the Yarra Valley is coming up next month. The event hosts different events and opportunities throughout the region…
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‘Early intervention improves outcomes’: how and why it’s important to provide productive support for addiction
Addiction remains a difficult issue to talk about and tackle for many but the rerelease of Addiction Australia on SBS on Demand can act as…
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Florist’s remain open for day of love despite no power
The day of love got off to a tough start for florists in the Yarra Ranges, with power outages hampering the normally hectic rush to…
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Thousands without power as Yarra Ranges communities clean up after storm
Patches of the Yarra Ranges have been left in darkness with thousands of homes and businesses still without power after storms lashed the outer east…
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Moving to the music supports international teachers
Get ready to tap your feet and move to the beat as regular Mount Evelyn gig master Stephen Pinzone puts on a show later this…
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Despair rains on Chapel Street
Fear and a feeling of disdain is how residents on Chapel Street in Lilydale described the inevitable flooding and inundation issues they continue experiencing because…
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Yarra Ranges Council facility closures due to extreme fire danger rating
Yarra Ranges Council is closing a number of their services due to today’s extreme weather. With today’s Extreme Fire Danger Rating, the water jets at…
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‘Social fabric’ dries up
Ever since the closure of the Kilsyth Centenary Pool, the aqua aerobics group has disbanded, not for a lack of trying to stay together, but…
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High fire risk across the state on Tuesday 13 February
The weather for Tuesday 13 February has prompted a call out to warn Victorians about fire risk conditions with heat, strong winds and dry thunderstorms…
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Cave Hill Road closure chaos felt
For anyone driving around Lilydale during peak times, it’s not hard to notice the increased traffic and poor movement throughout the main sections of town.…
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Council responds to Closing the Gap review
A scathing review of how all levels of government are implementing the National Agreement on Closing the Gap has made numerous recommendations to ensure better…