News
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Next generation of Yarra Ranges agriculture supported by boost for education
The Victorian Government has announced an extra investment in agriculture education in secondary schools supporting more students to embark on a career in the primary…
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RSPCA care tips for pets this winter
As the cold weather blasts across Victoria, RSPCA is reminding pet owners to consider their pets and prepare for the cold months ahead. RSPCA Victoria’s…
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Grants Open For Children’s Week Celebrations
The Victorian Government has encouraged all Victorian not-for-profit organisations and local councils to apply for a grant to host an event celebrating Children’s Week in…
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Works started on Suburban Rail Loop
The Lilydale and Belgrave lines are set to be two of the first to benefit from the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) project, with works having…
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Hearing the stories of Vietnam veterans in roundtable discussions
The Vietnam veterans storytelling performance, Forgotten Heroes, is four months away from coming to the live stage at Burrinja and those involved are immersing themselves…
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Police seeking information on stolen Belgrave motorbike
Yarra Ranges Crime Investigation Unit is seeking information from the public after two motorbikes were stolen in Belgrave. The “unique” motorbikes were stolen from an…
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Emerald Library opens upgraded facilities to the public
Emerald Library were delighted to officially launch upgraded facilities on Friday 3 June, welcoming an expanded children’s area, purpose fit study room and more space…
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Jobs Victoria helping Yarra Ranges residents find their own career pathway
As Victoria transitions out of two years infiltrated by lockdowns and Covid-19 restrictions more than anywhere else in the world, Yarra Ranges residents need help…
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Kalorama locals devastated after death of a family dog
Kalorama local and dog owner Deborah Saunders, along with her family, are devastated after an incident resulting in the death of their dog, Peppi, in…
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Prepare for the worst, hope for the best
Despite the storm being labelled a “freak weather event”, Emerald SES unit controller Ben Owen is urging the community to be prepared this winter season.…
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Four Dandenong Ranges suburbs listed as top areas for families
Four towns in the Dandenong Ranges have been listed in the top 20 family suburbs with the highest increase in inventory over the past three…
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Storm trauma still strong
The hills community is still processing the trauma of last year’s severe storm events, Emerald SES unit controller said. “When we have high winds those…