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Council’s eye in the sky
Drones are allowing the Yarra Ranges Council trees team to inspect the municipality’s largest trees – some of which are up to 80 metres tall.…
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Losing out on pokies addiction
By Peter Douglas Poker machine gamblers in the Yarra Ranges are among the ‘biggest losers’ in the state, with more than $28 million lost on…
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Stellar musicals treat
The Mount Evelyn campus of Yarra Hills Secondary is putting on a stellar treat for the community. The school production of Marvellous Musicals is heading…
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Outstanding runs at Ballarat
By Jamie Strudley YARRA RANGES ATHLETICS Yarra Ranges Athletics competed at Round 7 of the Athletics Victoria XCR17 season last Saturday. Road races around Lake…
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Monbulk Rangers trounce City
Monbulk Rangers Soccer Club’s senior women’s team won away against Berwick City 4-1 in the FFV State League on Sunday. Goal scorers were Nat Doolan,…
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Vigil for refugees
Emerald Community House hosted a well-attended vigil on Wednesday 19 July, as part of a nationwide movement aimed at highlighting the plight of asylum seekers.…
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Crazy year for SES
By Derek Schlennstedt It’s been known for some time but now it’s official. The Emerald SES unit has been recognised as the hardest-working team in…
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Mooney takes the lead
The 1812 Theatre has welcomed top comedian and media identity Lawrence Mooney as its Patron, in recognition of his strong ties to the company and…
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Top four battle looms
By Effie Caloutas Division 1. Woori Yallock v Olinda Ferny Creek Saturday 29 July, 2.10pm, at Woori Yallock Football Ground Last time they met: Olinda…
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Rain bound for Earth
Hills-based artist Rain White is preparing to show off her talent to local audiences, with her solo exhibition ‘Earthbound’. The exhibition focuses on White’s creative…
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Pain beneath the leaves
By Derek Schlennstedt The Yarra Ranges is often considered a jewel of Victoria, with stunning fern gullies and green paddocks it’s a renowned tourist destination,…
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Combine harvested
By Peter Douglas Three top draft hopefuls from the Yarra Ranges have been confirmed as starters for this year’s crucial AFL Draft Combine in Melbourne.…