An underwhelming budget in a time of inflation
It was what some have called a “no frills” 2024/25 State Budget, with the Premier saying it was "sensible and disciplined" at a time...
Bruno the sausage dog reunited with his family after over 10 weeks on the...
A dashing Dachshund was emotionally reunited with his family on the first weekend of May after 10 long weeks.
Bruno became the subject of searches...
Impact of urban sprawl, importance of green wedge aired in new inquiry
Leading agriculture organisations in the Yarra Ranges have put forward a case for protecting the region’s food supply capacity and reducing the harms of...
School families get help with cost of living pressures
The state budget will deliver a once-off bonus for school kids across the state later this year, to support families with school costs.
The government...
Train mystery solved
Locals along the Belgrave and Lilydale line may have spotted an unusual train while travelling on the weekend of Sunday 5 May.
John Weeks...
Independent candidates set for fundraising support in Casey and Deakin
A community-driven push for independent candidates is set to be bolstered by further fundraising efforts from Climate 200, provided their values on climate change,...
Interest rates stay on hold as inflation fears fester
Borrowers have been spared more mortgage pain following the Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to keep interest rates on hold for the fourth meeting...
Call for action as ambulance services continue to be stretched by demand
An ambulance crew was subjected to an arduous trip out to Warburton as the sky-high demand for emergency responses and the prevalence of non-emergency...
Early stages for growing a Men’s Shed in Lilydale
The rumblings of a new men’s shed in Lilydale have begun, gaining interest from those seeking connection, somewhere to use their hands and mental...
Yarra Ranges schools shine as sustainability finalists
Three local schools, Mount Lilydale Mercy College, Wandin North Primary School and Tecoma Primary School have been nominated as finalists in the 2024...
Tune your wood heater for more heat and less smoke
EPA Victoria encourages everyone to avoid burning wood to heat their homes if they can, to reduce pollution and effects on people’s health.
If...
Backing businesses in Montrose
Having been part of the Mt Evelyn and Montrose community for over 21 years, the Mt Evelyn Bendigo Community Bank has launched into action...
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Seville residents gather at dawn for Anzac Day
The Seville community gathered at dawn around the newly-restored Seville War Memorial on Friday 25 April to honour those who have served Australia.
The memorial...
