News
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Community members plead for transport services to stay
Yarra Ranges Council deliberated on proposed changes to their Healthy Ageing Services at the Tuesday 24 October Council meeting with an initial view to step…
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A letter from the Chief Fire Officer
Reducing bushfire risk to protect life, property and the environment is at the heart of what Forest Fire Management Victoria does. That’s why we’re focused…
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Housing density, diversity key focus for 15 year council plan
Yarra Ranges Council has moved forward with its draft housing strategy despite still waiting on State government reforms to be implemented. The community will be…
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Toyota recall hundereds of popular Kluger model
Toyota has recalled 625 units of the Toyota Kluger Petrol (TXUA70 and TXUA75) and Kluger Hybrid (AXUH78) 2023 models due to an issue with the…
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Enid’s playing on at 99
They say croquet is good for the mind, body and spirit, this must be true in relation to one Lilydale croquet club member, Enid Swain.…
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State parks suffering from theft and damage
Increased alleged acts of vandalism and theft in Bunyip State Park in Gembrook have been destroying the vital native environment over the winter period. Firewood…
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Hocking’s marathon challenge for son
As a former AFL and Mooroolbark Football Club player turn ultra-marathon runner, Heath Hocking is very familiar with pushing his body beyond physical boundaries, but…
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Transformative murals tell Mooroolbark’s story
The Mooroolbark Traders and Community Group proudly announces the commissioning of three new murals as part of the Mooroolbark Street Art Project. This initiative, funded…
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Showcasing individuality through art
Yarra Hills Secondary College in Mount Evelyn hosted its annual community art show on Friday and Saturday 20-21 October, displaying the talent of students and…
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Magnitude 5.0 earthquake felt across Melbourne
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake was felt across Melbourne in the early hours of Sunday 22 October. The quake’s epicentre was near Colac, and shook the…
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Praise for building women in trades
From the humble beginnings of a pilot program in the Yarra Ranges to a national company recognising the impact Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT) is…
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A picnic gathering for Probus Month
To celebrate Probus Month in the Yarra Ranges, the Lilydale Probus Club hosted a picnic in the park for its fellow clubs, with a visit…