News
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Lilydale trains resume after equipment fault
Train services on the Lilydale Line are resuming between Ringwood and Mooroolbark, following an equipment fault. “We ask passengers planning travel this evening to check…
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Four year partnership grants program approved by Yarra Ranges Council
A number of Yarra Ranges organisations have been successful in receiving Yarra Ranges Council’s partnership grants, helping support programs and outreach over four years. Having…
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Lilydale line suspended due to equipment fault, delays expected
Buses will replace trains on the Lilydale Line between Ringwood and Mooroolbark, due to an equipment fault. Trains will continue to operate between Box Hill…
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Sophie’s good will for the Good Friday Appeal
At just 12-years-old Sophie Degenhardt has already made a big contribution to the Good Friday Appeal ever since her own experience in needing the expert…
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Montrose cenotaph repaired after vandalism
The Mount Evelyn RSL and Montrose Men’s Shed were relieved after recent vandalism at the Montrose War Memorial was repaired just in time for Anzac…
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Platypus young thriving in Olinda Creek
In a combined effort of scientists, biologists and conservationists, evidence of platypus young thriving in the Olinda Creek in Lilydale was found earlier this month.…
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Bus route frustration as 684 service remains in limbo
The Save the Bus Action Group of the Buxton Action Association is frustrated waiting for communication from the Department of Transport and Planning (DotP) for…
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Oxfam Trailwalker returned to the Yarra Ranges
The Oxfam Trailwalker returned to Melbourne over the weekend, this time beginning in Gembrook for the first time in its 24-year history. Held from Friday…
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Community rallies behind local Idol one last time
While not many people knew the name Josh Hannan before his appearance on the new season of Australian Idol, most of the Mount Evelyn township…
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Homelessness Census data shows critical need for support
The most up to date snapshot of homelessness in Australia was released on Wednesday 22 March, as the 2021 Census data showed just how many…
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Tartans and pipes set the scene at Highland, Celtic festival
The Melbourne Highland Games and Celtic Festival got all the clans together for a day of competition and festivities on 26 March in Croydon, with…
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Josh Hannan bows out of Idol final but not without positive spirit
Making it to the top three of Australian Idol was a feat in itself for Mount Evelyn local boy Josh Hannan. And while he didn’t…