News
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Date change for Belgrave Survival Day
A beloved community event and volunteer committee will see in 2026 with a new date to to better suit the people it serves and give…
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Two different refugees’ stories
Following two articles in previous weeks, Star Mail delved into the Chin community, one of the ethnic groups in Myanmar, and the story of Healesville…
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Lilydale development partnership soured by oppressive conduct
A property development partnership that was set to deliver a unit complex in Baker Street Lilydale turned sour with one party accusing the other of…
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Land between Wonga Park and Chirnside Park given subdivision approval
A five-lot subdivision of land that separates Wonga Park from Chirnside Park has been approved by the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) despite objections…
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Latest round of Yarra Ranges Council Capital Development Grants approved
The latest round of Capital Development Grants was approved at the Tuesday 9 September Yarra Ranges Council meetings with a number of local recreational clubs…
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Local First Nations leaders excited as Treaty tabled in Victorian parliament
Victoria is the first state in Australia to table a treaty in its Parliament in a move welcomed by mob across the state. Widely expected…
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Yarra Ranges Council highlights need for better State Government support
Yarra Ranges Council representatives joined alongside members from Outer Melbourne Councils (OMC) and community groups in late August to call upon the State Government to…
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Transition period led to long-term delays in home care
The release of an additional 20,000 Home Care packages by the Federal Government was welcome news, but has highlighted just how long many older Australians…
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Claim machete bins cost the government $325,000 is false
WHAT WAS CLAIMED Victoria’s machete disposal bins cost $325,000 each. OUR VERDICT False. The calculation method for the bin costs is incorrect. The government says…
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Sport
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Harlie reps the Ranges
Hard work and intensive training have seen an up-and-coming 10-year-old athlete cross state borders while representing Yarra Ranges and Victoria in a national comp. A…
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Monbulk, Mt Evelyn win semi-finals
Football Premier Division (Semi Finals) Seniors: 2SF Wandin 13.8.86 def Olinda-Ferny Creek 9.11.65; 1SF Woori Yallock 9.13.67 def Monbulk 5.11.41 Reserves: 2SF Mt. Evelyn 5.5.35…
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Barkers’ season wraps up
The Barkers’ league season reached its conclusion at the weekend, with goals galore, two junior teams becoming champions, two finishing second, and one looking forward…
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Lilydale’s season comes to a close
The Lilydale Eagles took the field for the last time in 2025, up against Bayswater Strikers away from home. The Reserves were up first, needing…
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Barkerettes fall to league leaders
Friday night’s final home game of the season saw sixth-placed Barkerettes take on league leaders Aspendale. Barkers began the game at a furious pace, and…
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Lilydale Eagles Reserves get one step closer to securing second spot
The Lilydale Eagles welcomed the Dandy Casuals to the Nest for their last home game of the season on Saturday 30 August. The Reserves were…
Entertainment
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Celebrate the love of lavender at Warratina’s Lavender Harvest this November
The Lavender Harvest Weekend at Warratina Lavender Farm is on from the 29 to the 30 November this year. This event promises plenty of engaging…
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Lunar Eclipse
A local photographer, Greg Carrick, went out to Burkes Lookout in Mount Dandenong to capture the different phases of the Lunar Eclipse on 8 September.
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Wilde’s witty work a must see at Lilydale Theatre
With a witty script that is undeniably and wonderfully Oscar Wilde, the Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre Company takes on his highly regarded The Importance of Being…
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A year of firsts: Donna Legg prepares first solo exhibition
After being appointed Mont De Lancey’s first artist-in-residence in March, Wandin’s Donna Legg will host her first solo exhibition in September. “It is a bit…
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Healesville Sanctuary crowded with local drinks
Healesville Sanctuary once again became a venue for local drinks to connect with a wider audience over the weekend of 30-31 August. The local zoo…
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Paint, sketch, discover the beauty of Mont De Lancey
Mont De Lancey will be launching into spring with a first-of-its-kind event for the historical homestead, putting the magnificent grounds on show. Artists of all…
In Business – Sponsored
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Get cosy with natural gas
“Get Cosy!” …… Year-Round Comfort Starts with a Gas Appliance Service There’s something reassuring about a warm and comfortable home. Whether it’s the first cool…
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20th anniversary of Tudor Village’s Devotions group
The Tudor Village Devotions Group marked an important 20th Anniversary milestone on Wednesday 13 August 2025, with around 35 residents enjoying the Devotions service and…
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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…
More News
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Melba Highway road closure cancelled
The Melba Highway will no longer be blocked off on Thursday 11 September. Police are encouraging people to drive safely, as staying safe on the…
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Lilydale households ready to switch from septic to sewerage
Almost 200 households in Lilydale can now switch from septic tanks to piped sewerage, saving maintenance hassles and benefiting the environment, after works were completed…
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Montrose fire – the aftermath and regeneration
Forty hectares of jet black columns stand to attention in and around Montrose’ Dr Ken Leversha Reserve. The canopy in the reserve is eerily quiet…
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Melba Highway road closure
The Melba Highway will be blocked off between Yarra Glen and Coldstream on Thursday 11 September between 10.30am and approximately 11.30am. Motorists are advised to…
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From a refugee to refugee supporter
Last week, Star Mail reported Yarra Ranges Council had refused the Healesville Rural Australians for Refugees’ (RAR) invitation to join other local governments for the…
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Lilydale business builds innovative disinfection unit for trolleys, baskets
A metal works company in Lilydale has partnered with one of Australia’s leading experts in germicidal ultraviolet disinfection technology to create a simple solution to…