News
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Rate rise the talk of approved Yarra Ranges Council budget
After a lengthy 40-minute discussion, Yarra Ranges Councillors have ultimately passed the 2023-24 to 2026-27 budget. Initial community consultation was held from Monday 30 January…
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New turntable arrives at Yarra Glen Station
Yarra Valley Railway volunteers have recently undertaken a huge group effort in June this year to relocate a 21 metre turntable from Korumburra to Yarra…
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Six townhouses approved for Mooroolbark for second time
Approval to build six townhouses in Mooroolbark has been granted for a second time after a VCAT appeal asked Yarra Ranges Council to reconsider the…
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Bridge Builders, Stockdale & Leggo partner for work experience program
Young people from around the Lilydale area were given the opportunity to get a taste of the real estate industry, in an aim to boost…
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Shaky start to the weekend in Victoria
Several Victorians were rudely awakened in the early hours of the morning by one of the biggest earthquakes in recent months. Thousands of people have…
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Illegal wildlife trade continuing to infiltrate Australia
A Yarra Ranges resident is reigniting the focus on the illegal trade of wildlife as protected species continue to make their way into and throughout…
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Local Field Days event supported with State Government grant
The Wandin Silvan Field Days event made a long-awaited return despite adverse weather in 2022 and is set to receive a boost to help deliver…
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Run for the Young prepares for 10th anniversary
On Sunday 26 November, participants of all levels will converge on the start line for this year’s 10th Annual Run for the Young Marathon. Bridge…
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Inflation surprise as rate of growth slows for May
Inflation has come in softer than expected and sunk back to 5.6 per cent in May from 6.8 per cent in April. Markets were expecting…
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Two 4WD stolen in 24 hours from Kilsyth and Mooroolbark
Police are investigating after two separate incidents of vehicle thefts occurred in the urban parts of the Yarra Ranges. In a 24 hour period, two…
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Lighting up the longest night
Keen lantern enthusiasts from across south east Victoria flocked to Belgrave for the famous Lantern Festival and parade over the weekend. Every nook and cranny…
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Innovative ideas required to stamp out vaping in school bathrooms
Mount Lilydale Mercy College (MLMC) has introduced a new ID card system to help to prevent antisocial behaviour, bullying, vandalism and vaping in toilet facilities.…