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Are you really okay?

Today the community's being asked to turn to loved ones, friends, colleagues and ask an important question - R U OK? September 9 marks R...

Greens’ Jenny Game puts hand up for Casey seat

The Victorian Greens has launched its campaign for the federal seat of Casey, with long-term Upwey resident Jenny Game running for the second time....

Peace, love and yoga for Afghanistan

Seeing the terror that has been unleashed on Afghanistan and how quickly Kabul fell to the Taliban was heartbreaking for anyone keeping up with...

Better safety along Puffing Billy route

Safety for passengers and motorists along the Puffing Billy tourist railway attraction has been increased following a rail crossing upgrade at Menzies Creek....

Art project to encourage children to share thoughts on their community

Yarra Ranges Council is encouraging children and young people to create and share artwork on their ideas for what makes a safe and healthy...

Doggie donations

An Emerald woman, along with her two kelpies, is aiming to raise $1,000 for Guide Dogs Australia this month. Tracy-Ann Eadie and her fur babies...

Wood debris tops 31,000 tonnes as clean up continues

More than 31,000 tonnes of wood, stump and branch debris has been collected by Yarra Ranges Council since the June storm ripped across the...

Risk of learning disengagement is high

Any student trying to complete school at home would be struggling to find motivation and remain engaged. But for students who were already struggling...

Jab blitz for students

A priority Pfizer vaccination program for senior secondary students has begun to prepare for upcoming exam schedules. The State Government announced the program last...

Residents fight loss of trail to development

Upper Ferntree Gully residents are fighting a Knox City Council decision that will see a double-storey medical clinic built next to the Ferny Creek...

From Emerald to Japan- Amy’s journey to the Olympics

Taking a chance on an advertisement in a primary school newsletter led Emerald’s Amy Lawton to wear the green and gold at the Tokyo...

Local hero’s local impact

Meg Yates has been helping vulnerable young people for over 15 years in the counselling and youth work space, making a difference in their...

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Forum for safer road across Yarra Ranges

On Monday 16 September, Yarra Valley Racing was crowded with people who were concerned about the road safety across the Yarra Ranges. As Yarra...