News
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Yarra Ranges Council calls for more useable state bushfire policy
Yarra Ranges Council will discuss the concerns it has regarding the Victorian Government’s increase in planned burns for the March to April 2022 period at…
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Upgrades to Lilydale Sailing Club facilities begin
The sailing club at Lillydale Lake be have brand new facilities to use when works begin on upgrades in April. Community representatives, local councillors and…
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Wine survey on vine replanting
The Yarra Valley is in an enviable position as one of the country’s leading wine regions, however, the presence of grapevine phylloxera and the resulting…
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Four Pillars named Distiller of the Year
Healesville gin distillery Four Pillars has been recognised for its world-renowned gin again this year, being awarded Brand Innovator of the Year and Distiller of…
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Melbourne Water worker rescued by air after snake bite
A Melbourne Water worker has been rescued by an Ambulance Victoria helicopter, winched through the air after suffering a snake bite in difficult terrain just…
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Car auction to raise funds for local CFA and charity
Local youth organisation Bridge Builders will receive funds from a charity auction happening at the end of March. Ferntree Gully Nissan be hosting the auction…
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Volunteer shadowing important for Philanthropic Collective
As a volunteer-run charity, feeding over 100 people in the Yarra Ranges, The Philanthropic Collective values the interest from community leaders, no matter where they…
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CFA volunteers to keep up tradition of tin rattling for Appeal
Country Fire Authority (CFA) volunteers will once again hit the streets and rattle tins to fundraise for the annual Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal.…
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Volunteers needed to get young people on the roads
A program that supports young people in getting their licence has been struggling to keep up with the demand since the return to ‘normal’ life…
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Preparing for a ride around the state on a postie bike
It’s 1500 kilometres over five days but for those taking part in the Bridge Builders Postie Bike Ride, it’s much more than just a scenic…
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Firewood collection season opens
With autumn upon us it means the firewood collection season has opened to those who rely on wood during the colder months. From 1 March,…
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Creating a garden of contemplation in Kilsyth
Volunteers have been working hard to restore a dilapidated garden to its former glory while giving it a new purpose. Mieke Alexander and a team…