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‘A mockery’: Kangaroo shooting continues during bushfires
Wildlife rescuers are demanding the State Government put a halt to the commercial killing of kangaroos as countless animals lie burned and suffering in blackened…
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Road policing heats up for Aus Day weekend
Police are urging motorists to prepare for a busy period on Victorian roads as a statewide road policing operation effort kicks off for the Australia…
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Stay vigilant around water this long weekend
Ambulance Victoria is urging people to take extra care in and around water this long weekend, as a spate of tragic drownings continue to impact…
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Thirsty? Here’s where you can get free water refills in the Yarra Ranges
Caught with an empty drink bottle while you’re out in town? Thanks to Yarra Valley Water’s new Refiller Cafes map, you’ll always know where the…
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Monbulk’s “Japanese” lady revealed
Monbulk locals who have delved into the town’s history may have come across mentions of Miss Artso, remembered as a kind and gentle woman who…
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Total fire ban declared for entire state as heat, wind picks up
A Total Fire Ban (TFB) has been declared for the whole state of Victoria tomorrow, Saturday 24 January. Victoria is set to experience severe heatwave…
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Check roads and emergencies before the long weekend
Motorists heading away this long weekend are reminded to check VicTraffic for road closures and traffic conditions, and to visit emergency.vic.gov.au/respond or the VicEmergency app…
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Long-running Monbulk cafe up for sale
A long-standing fixture of Monbulk’s Main Road, Friends on the Hill Cafe has been put up for sale, with strong interest already emerging from the…
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Aura Vale Lake toilet conditions spark complaints
As warmer weather approaches Melbourne, Aura Vale Lake in Menzies Creek has seen an increase in visitors, with many raising concerns about the poor condition…
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Sport
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Young Montrose cricketers shine on the MCG in Big Bash experience
A group of Montrose Cricket Club’s youngest players enjoyed a night they will remember forever, stepping onto the hallowed turf of the Melbourne Cricket Ground…
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Tough weekend all round
A tough weekend for the cricketers in maroon as victories were hard to come by. The Mounters were only able to post one win as…
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Monbulk Bowlers hit the ground running in 2026
After closing the book on 2025 with plenty of momentum the Monbulk Bowling club were keen to set in place some positive energy to kick…
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Sanders holds firm after time penalty
Motocross maestro Daniel “Chucky” Sanders remains on top position after stage seven in the 2026 Dakar Rally, despite suffering a speeding penalty. The Three Bridges…
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Basketball Victoria leading the way with road safety message
Blue armbands will be a familiar sight across courts in the east after Basketball Victoria partnered with the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) to support a…
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Olympians descend on Yarra Valley
Thursday 8 January marked the commencement of a four-day frenzy at the Melbourne Gun Club in Yering. From the Commonwealth Championship competition to the Australian…
Entertainment
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The collaborative Cloud Time comes to Healesville
You can feel the space even before you cross its threshold. It is almost like a grandparent’s kitchen, or a meditation circle. The cloud time…
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Hills ink hits skin
Connection and art have driven a somewhat special project that saw two artists from different worlds come together across mediums. Friends with long-term creative parallels…
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2025 arts keep community stitched together
The Dandenong Ranges is brimming with artists of just about every kind you can imagine from painters, to photographers, musicians and more. Beyond the bottom…
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The creative scene across the Valley and Ranges
The arts and creative scene across the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges offers something for everyone. And better yet, there are so many free galleries…
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Playlunch packs out Sooki Lounge
Local Dandenong Ranges band Playlunch raised the roof at their sold out Sooki Lounge show on 5 December with an electrifying performance. The self-described “bogan…
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Oracle of Sassafras hosts Tropfest crew for short film
Oracle of Sassafras welcomed the cast and crew of the short film, ‘Sand Trap’ on Tuesday, 2 December, for the 2026 Tropfest competition, the world’s…
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Cognoscenti: A neighbourhood restaurant built on friendship, food and wine
Cognoscenti is the kind of restaurant that feels both thoughtfully crafted and comfortably familiar — a place where quality food, a considered wine list and…
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More than just a game at Monbulk Bowling Club
Bowling enthusiasts and casual revellers alike, brace yourselves for an unforgettable experience at the Monbulk Bowling Club, located at 11 Moores Road, Monbulk. This vibrant…
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Experience country racing at its best in Healesville
Just an hour from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne, the Healesville Amateur Horse Racing Club delivers one of regional Victoria’s most enjoyable and family-friendly…
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Flowery family fun at Blue Lotus Water Garden
With the pressures of Christmas now over, I’m sure many parents are looking for ways to keep the kids entertained over the school holidays. The…
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Connect with free advice and support when you need it most
Accessing mental health support can feel overwhelming, especially during times of stress, anxiety or emotional uncertainty. Knowing where to turn and what options are available…
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Flowery family fun at Blue Lotus Water Garden
With the pressures of Christmas now over, I’m sure many parents are looking for ways to keep the kids entertained over the school holidays. The…
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Yarra Ranges Council seeking feedback on draft Tree Policy
Yarra Ranges Council is calling on the community to help advise on a new Tree Policy due to be implemented this year. The updated policy…
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Yarra Ranges teen charged for antisemitic attack in St Kilda East
Moorabbin Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested a teenage boy from the Yarra Ranges following a report of antisemitic behaviour in St Kilda East earlier…
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Kids who can, heartwarming funds raised
After seeing the news about Victorian families losing their homes in the recent fires, a pair of young children wanted to help and began a…
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Burrinja awarded four-year arts funding
Burrinja Cultural Centre, formerly known as the Dandenong Ranges Community Cultural Centre, is one of the recipients of the Creative Organisations Stream from Creative Victoria,…
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Yarra Ranges and Maroondah record concerning uptick in demand for homelessness support services
The increasingly dire circumstances of people experiencing homelessness have been captured in the Council to Homeless Persons’ new Victorian Homelessness Heatmap. The local government areas…
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Local wildlife rescuers respond to the fire ground, full impact not yet known
The devastating effects of January’s bushfires are yet to be fully felt, but wildlife rescuers, carers and veterinarians are doing their best to save and…
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Girl rescued by helicopter after fall at Seven Acre Rock
A teenage girl who fell over 150 metres from Seven Acre Rock in Gembrook was rescued by helicopter on Monday 18 January. The girl was…
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Works to begin on Knoxfield intersection upgrade
The State Government has announced the major construction upgrade for the intersection of Ferntree Gully Road and Henderson Road in Knowsfield will commence this year.…
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Your Library locations closed for Australia Day
All Your Library locations across the Yarra Ranges will be closed for the Australia Day public holiday on 26 January. Business will return to normal…
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Campfire Caution Urged this Long Weekend
Amid the current bushfire emergency and increased fire risk across the coming days, authorities are warning that caution around campfires will be critical over the…