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Public artwork ‘Djirra Binak’ opens to all
A striking piece of public artwork was launched with a Smoking Ceremony and education program last week in the Dandenong Ranges. The ‘Djirra Binak’ (Reed…
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Spring rains to swing bushfire forecast
The spring outlook for bushfires in Australia has been released, and while the forecast may change for some areas, preparation is key for the months…
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Operation Conventus continues across Knox, Maroondah and Yarra Ranges
Police across Eastern Region Division Two, which includes Knox, Maroondah and Yarra Ranges conducted ‘Operation Conventus’ on Friday, 22 August. The operation focused on themes…
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Damaging winds to rip the eastern ranges
The Bureau of Meteorology issued a severe weather alert which warned of widespread damaging winds throughout the eastern ranges and across the state on Friday,…
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X-Tra care for emu needing X-Rays
An emu needing a bit of extra TLC has undergone a novel medical procedure in the comfort of his own habitat at Healesville Sanctuary. Keepers…
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Gold medal for Medhurst Wines
Gruyere-based winery Medhurst Wines has won a gold medal in the coveted Sydney Royal Wine Show for its 2023 Yarra River Blend (YRB). Announced by…
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Councils continue to oppose implementation of glass only bin
The deadline for Victorian councils to introduce a kerbside glass recycling bin collection is looming in July 2027 but a vast majority of councils are…
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New round of power saving bonus
Another round of the power saving bonus has opened to provide eligible concession card households energy relief. Applications for $100 saving bonus opened on Monday…
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Well-intentioned tribute post stirs up education piece on far-right extremist symbols
In the wake of the tragic events seen in Porepunkah this week, an outpouring of tributes for the two police officers who were shot dead…
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Yarra Ranges Council endorses two motions for animal pound service
Despite the controversial issues raised with Animal Aid in July, the Yarra Ranges Council passed a motion to sign another three-year contract with the Coldstream-based…
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Finding local support key to prostate cancer journey
For men who are diagnosed with prostate cancer, of which there are more than 70 per day around the country, finding support and guidance is…
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Yarra Ranges Council seek feedback on draft Road Management Plan
Yarra Ranges Council has moved to update its Road Management Plan, with a draft now put out for community consultation following the Tuesday 27 August…












