Uptake of power saving bonus in the Yarra Ranges revealed
The State government has seen over one million people sign up for the $250 Power Saving Bonus initiative with close to 30,000 people in...
Bronze medals for transplant recipient at World Games
Mooroolbark local Fraser Catton has returned from competing in the World Transplant Games, bringing home two bronze medals in tennis and making extraordinary connections...
Montrose’s Boral Quarry fined for employee’s silica dust exposure
A former Montrose Quarry worker has won her case against Boral Resources after being diagnosed with silicosis from working at the site.
Joanna McNeill,...
Kilsyth man dies in Montrose car accident
A man has died following a crash in Montrose on 6 May.
It is believed a car driving east along Leith Road, struck a signpost...
Skydiving Scotsman takes plunge at 89 years old
There’s no slowing down an 89-year-old skydiving Scotsman who recently took the plunge over the Yarra Valley to tick an item off his bucket...
Schools recognised for sustainability initiatives
Two Lilydale high schools have been named in the finalists for Sustainability Victoria’s ResourceSmart Schools Awards, recognising their commitment to the environment.
Mount Lilydale Mercy...
Guiding in Mooroolbark celebrates 60 years
Mooroolbark Girl Guides celebrated a belated 60th birthday on the last weekend of April bringing together former and current members of the guiding way....
Shiralee a special group for fun and friendship
With social distancing still in recent memory, many of us now realise the importance of getting out and about to spend quality time with...
‘Expressions’ photo exhibition back after four year hiatus
After four years in the wilderness, the Yarra Ranges Photographic Society’s (YRPS) ‘Expressions’ exhibition is back for its fourth edition over the next few...
CFA crews come together to train in the Valley
Coldstream CFA along with many other local CFA groups hosted a pumping training event at their local winery Domaine Chandon on Sunday 30 April,...
Look closer in your own backyard
The Yarra Ranges Garden for Wildlife program (YRG4W) invites the public to get creative in their own backyards with a free online webinar on...
Mount Evelyn stroke survivor awarded for her courage
Mount Evelyn’s Nicole Gallacher has taken home the Courage Award at this year’s Stroke Foundation Stroke Awards after being nominated by her husband.
Her...
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The Great Gatsby play coming to the 1812 theatre
The 1812 Theatre
The Great Gatsby
Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire, passionately pursues the elusive Daisy Buchanan.
Nick Carroway, a young newcomer to Long Island, is...
