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Knox City Council recruiting youth advisors

Young people in Boronia, The Basin and Ferntree Gully can have a say on issues that matter to them with Knox City Council recruiting...

Surge in building permits approved

Yarra Ranges Shire and the City of Knox saw a surge in new building projects as Victoria reached the highest amount of approved building...

Yarra Valley Water looks to the future

Yarra Valley Water Managing Director Pat McCafferty believes the company will be able to achieve net zero carbon emission before 2030 as they continue...

Family miraculously escapes injury after tree falls through roof

A Kalorama family had a dangerously close call when a large tree fell onto their house, causing extensive damage to the home but fortunately...

A dad’s portrait of his daughter wins an Archie

When Paul Miller drew a portrait of his daughter while in lockdown, he didn’t expect to win first place in the Upwey Archies community...

Basin Community House and Tasty Az partnership recognised

Two local not-for-profit's work helping people with disability gain employment has been highlighted with a nomination at the Learn Local awards. The Basin Community House...

Art is in the family for Upwey Archies winner

Art is in the family for nine-year-old Upwey Archies Award winner Poppy Hayler. “Because I’m an only child I’ve been by myself a lot during...

Restaurants face closing due to lack of staff

Restaurant and cafes are facing an uncertain future as severe staff shortages could potentially lead to venues closing their doors. Owner of The Independent Mauro...

Fuel break information session for Dandenong Ranges announced

Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMV) is running a community information session about the strengthening and expansion of strategic fuel breaks in the Dandenong Ranges. The...

Town bathed in red for remembrance

Red poppies bathed the streets of Emerald on Thursday 11 November as Remembrance Day was commemorated by local RSL members and ex-service personnel. RSL...

Streeton Ward by-election to be held in 2022

The Streeton Ward by-election will be held in early 2022 following the surprise resignation of Councillor Cathrine Burnett-Wake. Yarra Ranges Council has informed the Victorian...

Yarra Ranges Council has a new mayor

The new mayor of Yarra Ranges Council will be a familiar face to local residents, with Councillor Jim Child returning as Mayor of the...

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Guard your eyes from glare

Summer is on its way and protecting your eyes from glare has so many reasons why it is important for the health of your...