News
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Australian Wildlife Health Centre renovation completed soon
Healesville Sanctuary is looking forward to increasing its capacity to care for native animals through the renovation of its Australian Wildlife Health Centre (AWHC). AWHC…
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‘Worrying’ student test results spur fresh funding plea
Stagnating literacy and numeracy levels have fuelled calls for an urgent increase in funding as test results reveal about one-tenth of students need help to…
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Help celebrate local young people doing great things
Community members are invited to nominate young people, aged 12 to 25, for Yarra Ranges Council’s annual Celebrating YOUth Awards. The Awards, which will be…
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Justice served for Millie as Mark Martinaj convicted of animal cruelty
Justice has been served for Maltese shih tzu Millie after Mark Martinaj was convicted of two counts of animal cruelty at the Ringwood Magistrates Court…
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World Ranger Day highlights rewarding but dangerous field
The unseen and often dangerous work done by our Yarra Ranges National Park rangers were celebrated on 31 July for World Rangers Day. Parks Victoria…
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Outer east locals asked to put on walking shoes for Homelessness Week
As part of Homelessness Week, 4-10 August, the Eastern Homelessness Network (EHN) will host the Homeward Bound Walk around Ringwood Lake on 5 August. MPs…
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Australian Government, Cleanbill clash over predicted bulk-billing increases
A new report by healthcare directory Cleanbill has indicated that the expansion of the Bulk Billing Incentive might not see a massive uptick in fully…
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Free virtual women’s health clinic launches
A virtual women’s health clinic, led by community health organisation Each, has officially launched in Victoria, the first state-wide initiative of its kind. Announced in…
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‘Toughest’ bail laws in land to target repeat offenders
Bailed crooks who commit serious crimes will find it “almost impossible” to keep their freedom under new laws. The Victorian government introduced its second package…
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Sport
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Barkers in hot form
On Saturday, Bentleigh’s Victory Park was dull and blustery as Barkers (sixth) visited Bentleigh United Cobras (eleventh). The venue was well-named – if you’re the…
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A round of big losses and solid wins for the Mustangs
The Senior Women kicked off proceedings for the Mooroolbark Mustangs on the weekend when they took on Montrose. These sides played a draw the first…
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Big win, late drama for Lilydale Eagles
The Lilydale Eagles were back after an extended hiatus due to the postponement of their matches last week against Maroondah United, this week taking on…
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Barkerettes battle for the win
Esther Park saw Barkerettes (fifth) take on bottom-side Skye on Friday night. Barkers were in hot form, unbeaten in four games. Skye had only one…
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Wandin backs out from EFNL transfer
Wandin Football Netball Club has withdrawn its application to transfer from the Outer East Football Netball League (OEFN) to the Eastern Football Netball League (EFNL).…
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Mullett eyes premiership after kicking 100 for Wandin
Wandin’s wonder boy Aaron Mullett has kicked 100 goals this season in a massive feat that could see the club go on for a premiership.…
Entertainment
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Telling the untold stories of life, hardship and home
The untold tales of Yarra Ranges residents, whose histories are rooted in stories of work, play, hardship and love, craft a vision of what the…
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Exceptional talent of art quilters on show at the Museum
The Art Quilt Australia and Expressions: The Wool Quilt Prize exhibition has once again arrived at the Yarra Ranges Regional Museum in Lilydale. The exhibition…
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Paddle pups protecting platypus
When you think sniffer dogs, your mind might go straight to airports – searching for narcotics or to disaster zones – searching for survivors under…
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Light dazzles as community celebrate Winter Solstice
Belgrave was crowded with thousands of people with different lanterns on hand. Taking place on the Winter Solstice, Saturday 21 June, the Belgrave Lantern Parade…
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Winter in the Valley: frost, fog, icicles and sunrises
With the Yarra Ranges experiencing some incredibly cold mornings already this winter, Jack Frost has certainly been out in force, casting icicles over everything. But…
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Art gives Milie the will to keep going after MND diagnosis
Breaking free of the confines set around her, Milie Woods always knew art was a calling she couldn’t resist, little did she know one day…
In Business – Sponsored
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Stufflers bring teddy bear magic to Lilydale Marketplace these school holidays
Special $10 bear-making experience runs July 14-18 Parents searching for the perfect school holiday activity need look no further than Lilydale Marketplace, where the beloved…
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Tudor Village proud to announce sponsorship of Lilydale Bowling Club
Tudor Village in Lilydale is very proud to once again be a premium sponsor of the Lilydale Bowling Club. In announcing the partnership, Tudor Village’s…
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QHealth Lilydale Doctors: Your local healthcare partner
QHealth – Lilydale Doctors is committed to delivering high-quality, affordable healthcare with a strong focus on community wellbeing. Conveniently located on the main streets of…
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A legacy of excellence and innovation
Nestled in the heart of Lilydale, AG Automotive has been a cornerstone of the community for over three decades. Established in the 1980s, this family-run…
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A busy retirement keeps Jan young-at-heart
Jan Peacock has lived at Tudor Village for four years and couldn’t be happier. She is busy, socially connected and loving life. But if you…
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Grounded in values, growing in purpose
In today’s rapidly changing world, parents increasingly seek more than just academic excellence from a school. They are looking for a place that nurtures their…
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Workplace watchdog takes hard look at disability sector
Disability workers are being underpaid $13.6 million every year, prompting the workplace investigator to focus on rogue providers and exploitation. The Fair Work Ombudsman will…
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Four people charged with aggravated assault
Police have charged four people with aggravated assault after a 45-year-old Croydon South man was attacked on Sunday 27 June. At around 12.15am police were…
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Budding zookeepers show passion, dedication
From stick insects to lizards, Birmingham Primary School is creating a cohort of budding zookeepers eager to learn and look after an array of creatures.…
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Racially targeted graffiti condemned as hateful and cowardly
Racially derogatory graffiti targeting two Asian-operated restaurants, a healing centre, and a Hindu temple across Boronia has been condemned as hateful and cowardly. Red spray-painted…
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Mt Evelyn RSL conducts Korean War Veterans Day Service
Mt Evelyn RSL once again brought to light the Australian heroes who sacrificed their youth for world peace. At 11am on the Korean War Veterans…
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Phalaris staggers, a threat to kangaroos, appears in Yarra Ranges
Eastern Golf Club in Yering confirmed it is experiencing phalaris staggers, which is impacting the kangaroo population. Star Mail delved into what phalaris staggers is…