News
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Charlotte’s nationals shot put debut a success
Charlotte May, a Grade 6 student from Mount Evelyn, loves most sports but it was the discovery of shot put that led her to compete…
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Council blackberry spraying underway in Yarra Ranges
Yarra Ranges Council is urging the community not to pick or eat blackberries during their growth period (between now and April), as they are being…
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Landowners asked to consider alternatives to lethal control for wombats
The humble wombat is a largely-loved native critter across the country, but conservationists are concerned about the treatment they are receiving from landowners. Wombats are…
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Yarra Ranges residents unite to give the gift of sight
The Fred Hollows Foundation is thanking the Yarra Ranges community for their continued generosity and support this year. In 2024, The Foundation has seen 109…
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Applications open to join Stormwater Community Reference Panel
Yarra Ranges Council is calling for interested community members to apply for a place on the new Stormwater Community Reference Panel. The Panel will serve…
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Solar, battery boost for Montrose pavilion
The Montrose Recreation Reserve Pavilion has been upgraded with solar panels and a 44kWh (Kilowatt-hour) battery system to serve as a potential emergency hub for…
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Yarra Ranges Council joins hundreds in stand against violence
Yarra Ranges Council staff proudly marched with community members and government representatives at the Walk Against Family Violence 2024. Staff members marched in the city…
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Fund awards Lillydale Lake $1.5 million for masterplan works
Lillydale Lake was named as a successful recipient of $1.5 million in Federal funding to put towards the masterplan works being explored by Yarra Ranges…
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Standing shoulder to shoulder for better pay, conditions
Industrial action reached the Yarra Ranges’ largest police station this week, as members walked off the job in solidarity with fellow officers as the pay…
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New parking restrictions proposed for Lilydale, have your say
Community consultation is now open for you to have your say on the parking restrictions in and around the Lilydale Activity Centre. Yarra Ranges Council…
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Roo requires rooftop rescue in Mooroolbark
A kangaroo found itself in a peculiar situation recently, ending up on the top level of the Mooroolbark train station car park. Calls from concerned…
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Final fire restrictions announced for parts of greater Melbourne
Fire restrictions will be in force across the whole state soon with the final Fire Danger Period (FDP) declared for the Yarra Ranges, Knox, Maroondah…
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