News
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Next-gen electric delivery vehicles rollout to Posties in the east
Australia Post is ramping up its national fleet modernisation with the rollout of 500 new electric delivery vehicles, reinforcing its commitment to safer, more sustainable…
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Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Communications
Casey MP Aaron Violi has been promoted to the Liberal Party’s shadow ministry as Leader of the Opposition Sussan Ley reshuffled her front bench. Mr…
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Endless devotion after 70 years married
After a lifetime of devotion to each other and decades separating their newly married selves from their ageing bodies and minds, one thing remains evident…
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New Mental Health Local opens its doors in Yarra Ranges
It is now easier for Victorians to get free, community-based mental health care, with the official opening of the permanent Mental Health and Wellbeing Local…
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Citizenship ceremonies ramping up to reduce delays and backlog
Following a letter from Assistant Minister for Citizenship, Customs and Multicultural Affairs Julian Hill to 537 councils across the country on 22 September, citizenship ceremonies…
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Daniher’s Drive descends on the Yarra Valley
The scenic Yarra Valley has been the route for many a road trip but a particularly special one passed through on Friday 10 October. Daniher’s…
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Mount Evelyn planned burn set to be lit within 24hours
Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) and Country Fire Authority (CFA) advise that the Mount Evelyn – Christian School planned burn, located at 0.7km west of…
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Mooroolbark Community Garden ‘disgusted’, ‘outraged’ after plants removed, damaged
The Mooroolbark Community Garden committee and volunteers have been left devastated after more than 100 plants, trees and seedlings were removed or destroyed. A volunteer…
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Cause for concern as Anchor record 240 per cent increase in rough sleeper reports
Local homelessness support service Anchor Community Care is reporting a concerning rise in reports of rough sleepers, highlighting the need to address pressures facing residents.…
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Sport
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Baldry takes hat-trick for women, Gommers steers Fourth’s to victory
It was a round of mixed results for Kilsyth Cricket Club on the weekend, with victories being recorded by the men’s First and Fourth XI’s…
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Foundational partnership sets up Mounters’ Second XI for victory
After a tough first week of action, the cricketers of Mt Evelyn were looking to atone with a few more wins in week two. The…
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Solomons tops a ton, Katoa hits 87 for women
The 2025/26 cricket season got underway last weekend and one of the highlights from Kilsyth Cricket Club’s perspective was the brilliant century scored by Captain…
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Mounters kick off season in fine fashion
Six months is a long wait to return to the field, so it was with much anticipation that cricket would return to the field last…
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Spotlight on the unbeaten
In a rare sporting feat, four local clubs across the Dandenongs, Hills and Yarra Valley have completed perfect seasons in 2025, each going through their…
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Brodie shoots a gold medal
Yering District Archers’ Ethan Brodie came back from New Zealand with brilliant results. Brodie has been into archery for seven years, and he finally made…
Entertainment
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Inaugural Dandenong Ranges Literary Festival just days away
The much-anticipated inaugural Dandenong Ranges Literary Festival will take place on 17 Friday and 18 Saturday. This is your last chance to grab tickets for…
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Experience the best of rural life
Get ready for an exciting showcase of agriculture and rural living as the Wandin Silvan Field Days return for another fantastic year on Friday 17…
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Yarra Valley Open Studios celebrates its return, offering a rare opportunity to meet artists in their creative spaces
The popular annual Yarra Valley Open Studios event is back, inviting visitors to step behind the scenes and connect with the region’s vibrant creative community.…
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Prepare for on stage delight
The 1812 Theatre Speaking in Tongues Nine lives weave together on ways known and unknown in Andrew Bovell’s piercing drama Speaking in Tongues. Leon is…
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Walks that ‘light up’ over summer
As the year winds away and the sun peeks out a little more each day, exploring across the Yarra Ranges can be a lot of…
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Dandenong Ranges Literary Festival program launched
With excitement building for the inaugural Dandenong Ranges Literary Festival this October, the festival program was officially launched last week at a special event in…
In Business – Sponsored
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Refreshingly different, reassuringly Summerset – coming soon to Chirnside Park
We might be new to your neighbourhood, but as one of New Zealand’s most well-known retirement village operators, we’ve been around for a while. In…
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Lilydale Valley Views: Retirement living with heart
Where the Yarra Valley meets the Dandenong Ranges, Lilydale Valley Views offers more than a place to live, it’s a vibrant community where retirement is…
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Whitlands Engineering: Building legendary firewood machinery since 1993
Rural manufacturing company Whitlands Engineering is celebrating it’s 32nd year of business throughout 2025 – marking also a decade of continuous growth despite the challenges…
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Why retirement looks better at Tudor Village: 10 reasons residents are loving the good life in Lilydale
As spring breathes new life into the property market and buyer interest surges, there’s no better time to consider your next chapter — and for…
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Driving forward together: A new chapter
There’s a fresh energy at Yarra Valley Toyota and Croydon Toyota as we welcome new leadership, exciting new models, and a continued commitment to serving…
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A reputation of reliability now in Ringwood
B.W. Machinery is proud to confirm our participation in the Wandin Silvan Field Days 2026, one of Victoria’s most iconic agricultural and horticultural events. This…
More News
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Boral applies to extend Montrose quarry
Boral Limited (Boral) has put forward a proposal to extend Montrose Quarry, which would see the continued supply of critical construction materials to support Victorian…
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Residents urged to keep an eye in the sky for migrating Bogong Moths
Outer East residents are being encouraged to take part in some citizen science as a special species migrates over the region this spring and summer.…
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Montrose fire: A wake up call
Having lived in and around Montrose for most of her life, Bree Kuffer is no stranger to preparing for fire season. When a bushfire broke…
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Police forum aims to gauge current local crime trends
Looking to understand community sentiment and trends when it comes to policing and crime in the Yarra Ranges, a Neighbourhood Policing Forum is scheduled for…
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Shocktober: Be prepared for medical emergencies with AED map
It’s “shocktober” this month, and Ambulance Victoria are encouraging Victorians to know the location of their nearest automated external defibrillators (AEDs). AEDs are automated devices…
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Local zookeeper introduces her work
Established by the International Congress of Zookeepers in 2015, International Zookeeper Day is celebrated annually on 4 October to recognise the hard work and dedication…