Tag: News
Combusting haybales prompt warning for farmers
A warning has been issued for farmers and large property owners in the Yarra Ranges after a haybale fire in Yering over the weekend....
Looking forward to in 2022 with volunteer emergency services
Now that another year has passed and 2022 offers a little bit more optimism about the future, each of our emergency service crews and...
Looking back at 2021
Re-read some of the biggest news moments from 2021.
The unnamed soldier returns
The soldier was returned to the top of the Lilydale Main...
A year in pictures
Take a look back at some of the best photos from 2021.
Storms push Covid to the back
One of the most significant events of the year was the wild and destructive storms that occurred in June, wiping out power and felling...
People of the Year
While there were many unsung heroes in 2021 who helped keep people safe, fed and connected, it was perhaps the most significant year for...
Yarra Ranges asks public to be kind
Yarra Ranges Council has asked the community to get on board with their Be Kind campaign, as businesses in the area struggle with staff-shortages...
Preparing for the inevitable Covid positive result
Preparing for getting Covid-19 may not have crossed your mind just yet but perhaps it's a good time to start thinking about what you'll...
Native animals continually targeted for illegal wildlife trade
The illegal capturing and trafficking of Australia’s native wildlife is a great concern for Victorian authorities, with thousands of animals taken yearly for the...
Council services may be impacted by staff availability
Some council services may be delivered differently in the Mount Evelyn area as staff work from home to avoid spreading Covid-19.
Yarra Ranges Council,...
Free financial counselling for storm affected residents
Mount Evelyn and Montrose residents who are still recovering from storm damage to their homes are being encouraged to ask for financial assistance.
EACH Yarra...
More workers to be exempt from home quarantine
Mount Evelyn workers who are deemed critical workers have been added to a list of employees who will be made exempt from home quarantine...
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Journalism integrity under threat from easily formed ‘news websites’
Revelations that a digital news publication might have affiliate links with Climate 200 has brought about a reminder of the necessity of truly independent...
