News
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Firefighters deliver clear message to government
Local firefighters clearly delivered their message to the state government, “Scrap the levy. Stop calling it a levy. And be upfront.” They are concerned about…
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Tigers Make Big Move
The Upwey Tecoma Football Netball Club has released a statement telling its followers and members they are planning a move to the Eastern Football Netball…
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Regional news is the Canary in the Coal Mine
This week, I step up as President of Country Press Australia (CPA), ostensibly to represent the best interests of independent regional newspaper publishers. But the…
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Fatal collision in Boronia
Police are investigating after a pedestrian was struck in Boronia this evening. It is understood a vehicle collided with the pedestrian on Boronia Road on…
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Police snow plea as 50 rescued and 80 cars turned back each weekend
Yarra Ranges residents planning to travel to alpine resorts this winter are urged to plan ahead to avoid being turned away. Police are disappointed at…
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The hidden cost of imported flowers
While Australia’s best receive a beautiful bunch of blooms for all the greatest occasions, the looming secret about where they come from is unknown to…
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Oceans of creativity flow at Menzies Creek PS
Despite the cold and pouring rain, the Menzies Creek Primary community showed up in full spirit on Wednesday, July 2, for an exciting and magical…
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Menzies Creek students shell-ebrated learning with a splash
Despite the rain pelting down and the wintery chill and fog in the air, the Menzies Creek Primary School community turned out in full force…
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Yarra Ranges Introduce Recycling Program
Community members are encouraged to pop their bottles and cans into baskets attached to a selection of local bins, as part of a trial to…
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Breakthrough cancer treatment being made In Victoria
A new manufacturing facility dedicated to producing an innovative cancer treatment has officially opened in Boronia, Victoria. The Ehrlich Bioconjugation Centre, operated by IDT Australia,…
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Police stories at Belgrave Library
Belgrave Police joined in on storytime at Belgrave Library for some fun police stories, songs and activities with local kids. The children had a chance…
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Yarra Valley Water Might Need a Pipe Check
A new study has ranked Yarra Valley Water second last out of Victoria’s water utility providers. Published on 17 June by All Kind Gas And…