News
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Fees slashed for learner and probationary drivers
Young drivers in the Dandenong Ranges may be able to add a bit more their savings now as learner and probationary license fees have been…
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Hoddles Creek Red Cross renamed
In a bid to bid to better reflect its wider coverage of the Yarra Valley region and volunteers, the Hoddles Creek Red Cross branch has…
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Skatepark excitement this September
Skateboard and scooter riders are in for a fun-filled September school holidays with exciting events taking place at two recently upgraded skate parks in Cardinia…
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Cardinia Shire climate action plan adopted
Cardinia Shire’s new Climate Change Adaptation Strategy was adopted at the Cardinia Shire Council meeting on Monday 15 August. In September 2019, a climate emergency…
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“Brilliant” people to thank for Yarra Valley Water’s customer service success
Yarra Valley Water may take out the top spot as winner at the 2022 Australian Service Excellence Awards (ASEAs) after being named as a finalist.…
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Yarra Valley Vietnam Veterans commemorate comrades, friends and family
Yarra Valley Vietnam Veterans have come together to commemorate the sacrifice of their comrades, friends and family members who served in the Vietnam War. On…
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Creative spirit supports healing and recovery
For the past year the Hills Creative Alliance has been exploring ways to help towards healing and and recovery from the trauma of the June…
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Worker absenteeism taking its toll on businesses
Workplaces are still feeling the ramifications of worker shortages due to the pandemic, despite restrictions being lifted. Stephen Crombie, co-owner of Belgrave’s live entertainment and…
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Covid positive Victorians able to submit telephone vote in November election
Victorians testing positive to Covid-19 will be able to vote via telephone in the November State election. The new regulations will allow people subject to…
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Yarra Ranges venues to receive upgrades for disaster preparedness
Community facilities in the Yarra Ranges will soon undergo works in an effort to make them more energy efficient and ready for disaster following state…
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Tiny roo spreading the love
A tiny Tree Kangaroo joey is now clumsily climbing out of his mum’s pouch at Healesville Sanctuary. At eight months old, little Ori [pronounced: Or-ree]…
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Damaging winds expected across the northeastern ranges
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) issued a severe weather warning for parts of the central and northeast ranges on Wednesday 17 August at 11:30am. Winds…