News
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Decision makers call for community health funds
Better funding support for community health services in the Yarra Ranges was the topic of discussion at an engaging meeting between Access Health and Community…
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Local events celebrate and shine a light on Yarra Ranges’ autistic community
A pair of recent events held in October provided important opportunities for connection among the Yarra Ranges autistic community. Healesville-based author Sandra Thom-Jones, with support…
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Townships to the rescue
“Meet in Montrose at midday.” The slogan was developed by the Montrose Township Group after the 2021 storms to ensure that locals know where to…
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Health and wellbeing strategy unveiled by council
The strategy for the health and wellbeing of the people of the Yarra Ranges was passed through local government this week. The newly adopted Health…
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Farmers and families enjoy the Wandin Silvan Field Days
The Wandin Silvan Field Days kicked off on Friday 17 October to sunny skies for another successful year of all things agriculture, horticulture and farming…
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What’s next in the Yarra Ranges?
The strategic plan for the Yarra Ranges has been released and officially adopted at the last council meeting. The 2025-2029 Yarra Ranges Council plan, developed…
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Wind warning issued for Wednesday 22 October
The Bureau of Meteorology is warning local residents of damaging wind gusts in the region on Wednesday 22 October. Strong northwest to westerly winds averaging…
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Asset replacement cost reaches $2 billion in Yarra Ranges
Yarra Ranges Council has an asset portfolio with a replacement value worth more than $2 billion, and $1 billion of that is located in the…
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Carers Walk celebrates 10 years
For carers in the Yarra Ranges, finding people who know and understand what it means to be a carer, but also the challenges that come…
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Essential equipment stolen from Lilydale Cricket Club
The Lilydale Cricket Club have once again been left frustrated after $3000 worth of equipment was stolen. Club president Stephen Oxley said between Saturday 4…
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AusNet conducting aerial inspections in Yarra Ranges
AusNet are undertaking aerial inspections from Monday 20 October to Thursday 23 October in the Yarra Ranges and Cardinia local government areas. Helicopters will patrol…
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Yarra Valley locals challenged to save time and water with four minute shower
With Melbourne’s water storages down more than 17 per cent over the past year, Yarra Valley Water has launched a new campaign targeting the home’s…












