Monbulk Primary School has transformed part of its grounds into a peaceful sensory garden, providing students with a tranquil space to unwind and connect with…
Yarra Ranges Council’s Annual Report for 2024/25 has been released, following a brief discussion and endorsement at the Tuesday 14 October council meeting. The report…
Australia Post is ramping up its national fleet modernisation with the rollout of 500 new electric delivery vehicles, reinforcing its commitment to safer, more sustainable…
When we, hard working residents of the Yarra Ranges, pay our rates to the council, we sometimes might think: ‘Where exactly does my money go?’…
Knox Council has awarded First Nations artist Simone Thomson the commission to create an artwork celebrating the life and work of Yarra Yarra and Yorta…
Casey MP Aaron Violi has been promoted to the Liberal Party’s shadow ministry as Leader of the Opposition Sussan Ley reshuffled her front bench. Mr…
After a lifetime of devotion to each other and decades separating their newly married selves from their ageing bodies and minds, one thing remains evident…
As Mental Health Month in Australia continues, Selby Community House and it’s over-60s social group, ‘Wise Ones’, have welcomed the news of a community grant…
Boronia Police have reunited a family with a precious piece of their history, by delivering six World War II medals that had been missing for…
After a tough first week of action, the cricketers of Mt Evelyn were looking to atone with a few more wins in week two. The…
A Yarra Ranges duo are one week out of going on the adventure of their lives and have raised a whopping $5,600 for a good…
Six months is a long wait to return to the field, so it was with much anticipation that cricket would return to the field last…
The Outer East Football Netball League Gala Awards night was held on Saturday to recognise the best of the competition. For Monbulk the highlight came…
In a rare sporting feat, four local clubs across the Dandenongs, Hills and Yarra Valley have completed perfect seasons in 2025, each going through their…
With the spring and summer sunshine not far away, the change in weather signals that the lawn bowls season is nearly upon us. This year,…
The much-anticipated inaugural Dandenong Ranges Literary Festival will take place on 17 Friday and 18 Saturday. This is your last chance to grab tickets for…
Long-time Emerald resident and photographer, Paul Bianco is shining a spotlight on the power, presence, and contribution of older community members in his latest exhibition…
Get ready for an exciting showcase of agriculture and rural living as the Wandin Silvan Field Days return for another fantastic year on Friday 17…
The popular annual Yarra Valley Open Studios event is back, inviting visitors to step behind the scenes and connect with the region’s vibrant creative community.…
Ferntree Gully’s own Avid Theatre is set to electrify local audiences with an independent stage production of Quentin Tarantino’s cult classic Reservoir Dogs, running from…
Gembrook visual artist, Lesley Dickman is inviting the public into her personal creative world, opening her home studio on October 25–26 and the following weekend…
Where the Yarra Valley meets the Dandenong Ranges, Lilydale Valley Views offers more than a place to live, it’s a vibrant community where retirement is…
Rural manufacturing company Whitlands Engineering is celebrating it’s 32nd year of business throughout 2025 – marking also a decade of continuous growth despite the challenges…
Aveo has redefined retirement living after an extensive refurbishment program at its Fountain Court community in Burwood, delivering state-of-the-art facilities and a collection of premium…
2025 will mark the 56th year we have hosted the Wandin Silvan Farm Field Days, marking a significant milestone achievement and a tribute to all…
October is almost here, and it’s time to celebrate the Victorian Seniors Festival! This year, Cardinia Shire will host over 30 engaging events designed specifically…
B.W. Machinery is proud to confirm our participation in the Wandin Silvan Field Days 2026, one of Victoria’s most iconic agricultural and horticultural events. This…
Following a letter from Assistant Minister for Citizenship, Customs and Multicultural Affairs Julian Hill to 537 councils across the country on 22 September, citizenship ceremonies…
Police have renewed their appeal for information to find 61-year-old man Troy Milne as concern for the missing man grows. Troy – who is an…
The Save the Dandenongs League (SDL) celebrated its 75th anniversary on Saturday, 11 October, marking more than seven decades of dedicated environmental protection in the…
As part of October’s Senior Festival Month, we turn our attention to a quiet street in Cockatoo, where a 94-year-old lives in a home he…
A Seville East family is demanding accountability after their 18-year-old autistic son was sent home from school in the Dandenong Ranges bloodied, bruised, and virtually…
The non-profit, Belgrave South Toy Library, has received a boost this year with the Victorian Department of Education’s Children’s Week 2025 grants. The volunteer-run organisation,…