News
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Exciting events coming up for Yarra Ranges youth
The Yarra Ranges Youth Development team are hosting their second Council Career Open Night on Thursday 24 July 4.30 to 7.30pm at the Lilydale Civic…
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College powers up with energy-savvy technology
Working towards greater sustainable outcomes and reducing its CO2 output, Mount Lilydale Mercy College has taken the leap to upgrade its solar power system. Founded…
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Yering Primary just one of hundreds to join Water Watchers program
Primary school students across the Melbourne’s north and east are learning about the importance of saving water, with Yarra Valley Water’s fast-growing Water Watchers education…
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Service gap a revolving door for women fleeing violence
Women and children escaping family violence are being “ping-ponged” between services, as support sectors try to manage inadequate resources and critical underfunding. In Victoria, family…
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Family ties on the landline
The young digital natives of the world are growing up, but some of them are learning the art of listening, conversation and connection using an…
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Pedestrian tragedy sparks elderly driver test review
Rule changes for elderly drivers are being considered after a car ploughed into pedestrians on a quiet suburban street, killing a woman and leaving a…
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Conflicting views in regards to local animal welfare organisation
Animal Aid denied all allegations reported by the Herald Sun while whistleblowers shared their own experiences, adding claims related to the allegations. The Herald Sun…
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Secure your plates: Number plate thefts surge
With number plate theft at record highs, Yarra Ranges residents are urged to fit anti-theft screws to their vehicles. Across the state, number plate thefts…
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Support for First Nations tourism
The Victorian Government has launched a new program to further support First Nation’s businesses in the tourism sector. Tourism, sport and major events acting minister…
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Andrew Kwon kicks off a new journey as a radio presenter
Two local media organisations started a new partnership to reach wider communities. Star Mail’s Mountain Views reporter Andrew Kwon made a debut on radio at…
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The ‘Hardest Share’ that could save lives
The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) have today launched a powerful new initiative highlighting the profound and lasting impact of road trauma. The Hardest Share calls…
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Improved farm water calculator now available
Farmers in the Yarra Ranges will have an easier time managing their farm water supplies, after Agriculture Victoria’s online farm water calculator was upgraded to…












