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Conservationists meet in Yarra Ranges to support Great Forest National Park proposal and end to native logging
A world-renowned mountaineer and conservationist joined a leading Australian forest ecologist and local environmentalists in the Yarra Ranges in support of the movement to end…
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State of the Climate report highlights rising temperatures and future weather events
CSIRO has released the biennial State of the Climate report, revealing changes to weather and extreme weather events are occurring at an increased pace around…
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Show spirit continues
The spirit of the Lilydale and Yarra Valley Show continues a week on with these photos from chief steward of the photography events Bill Millar.
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Where to vote in Evelyn this Saturday
If you haven’t yet taken advantage of the early voting centres, here’s where you can go vote on election day, 26 November, in the Evelyn…
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Caladenia’s board chair of 26 years congratulated for service
After 26 years as board chair, Harry Moyle has decided it’s time to step away from his position at Caladenia Dementia Care, a moment that…
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Lilydale CFA open day encourages people to meet their firefighters
The community is invited to come and experience their local CFA brigade when Lilydale opens up the station to the public next week. Located at…
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Trees to be removed after emotional plea from Mt Evelyn resident
Councillors have voted to overturn a recommended motion which would have seen eight trees remain on council land in Mount Evelyn despite resident concerns. Instead…
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Free structural assessments for homeowners and businesses in the Yarra Ranges
Yarra Ranges Council is welcoming the state government’s decision to offer a free structural assessment where eligible properties have had structures damaged or destroyed by…
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Domestic animal plan adopted by council for next four years
The approval of a new four year domestic animal management plan has been passed by Yarra Ranges Council. The council has unanimously voted to approve…
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Yarra Ranges runners ‘raising the roof’ for families in Cambodia
A number of Yarra Ranges residents are set to take off in more ways than one, running a half marathon in Cambodia for a locally-founded…
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Regenerative 10 year economic plan approved by YR Council
Yarra Ranges Council has endorsed its recently reviewed economic development strategy after two rounds of community consultations. The 10 year plan will inform the growth…
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Transport Matters Party supports Lilydale rail line duplication
Eastern Metropolitan MP and leader of the Transport Matters Party Rod Barton has thrown his support behind the duplication of the Lilydale train line. This…