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Community claims quarry expansion puts nature, clean air, health at risk
“Montrose deserves better. Our schools deserve better, and our children deserve far, far better”. This was the passionate declaration of a mother and school teacher,…
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Erosion management amendment headed for planning panel review
The Yarra Ranges Council’s Erosion Management Overlay (EVO) was back in the spotlight at the Tuesday 9 December council meeting, sparking a lengthy debate. The…
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Eastland part of major police operation targeting shopping centre crime
Victoria Police is ramping up its presence at several major metropolitan shopping hubs, including the heavily-trafficked Eastland Shopping Centre, as part of a new crime-fighting…
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Ram’s unexpected journey to Australia after fleeing civil conflict in Myanmar
The story of Ram Siakhel is not unlike that of the many thousands of Chin refugees who fled their home country of Myanmar (Burma). And…
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Chin community leader feels responsibility to speak up
Stepping into a community leadership position was something Ram Siakhel felt a responsibility to do, to advocate and provide support for his community, especially young…
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Local charity launches Hope for the Holidays Christmas campaign
Holy Fools, a grassroots charity supporting people experiencing homelessness and hardship across the Yarra Ranges, has launched its annual Christmas campaign with an ambitious goal:…
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A man and his scooter: Arthur Ford single-handedly raises $26k for veterans
A man and his electric scooter are all it takes to support Lilydale’s veteran community. Arthur Ford, now in his eighties, knows just how important…
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2026 hard waste collections to start in late January
Community members are encouraged to check their annual hard waste and bundled branches collection date, with collection times varying in the Yarra Valley for the…
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Three teen males arrested for alleged armed robbery, false imprisonment of fellow teen
Three teenage males have been arrested and charged following an alleged false imprisonment and armed robbery that took place in Lilydale on Monday afternoon. Detectives…
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‘Clear, modern rules’ set out for roadside and footpath trading
The Yarra Ranges Council freshened up its rules around roadside and public trading at the 9 December council meeting to better reflect modern day expectations.…
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Borrowers denied Christmas bonus as rates stay on hold
The Reserve Bank of Australia has denied mortgage holders an early Christmas gift, leaving interest rates on hold at its final meeting of the year.…
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Wandin North Dog boarding kennel application rejected
Councillors have rejected a controversial domestic dog boarding house on Rodger Road in Wandin North after it was shut down one year ago for operating…
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