Hills suburbs some of the most family friendly in Melbourne
Yarra Ranges suburbs have dominated Property Credit’s ‘Top 20 Suburbs for Raising a Family in Australia’ report’s Melbourne list.
The report, launched on Monday...
Push for treaty after resounding ‘no’ vote in referendum
Once young Indigenous leader has used the referendum vote as fuel to make change, despite the vote displaying a resounding 'no' from Australians and...
Preserving history for the ages
The Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage Park has received a welcome boost in its efforts to preserve history after receiving over $7,000 from the...
Council slashing roadside grass to prepare for fire
As part of an annual Fire Slash program, Yarra Ranges Council and contractors are slashing roadside grass to cut back winter/spring growth.
The program,...
Lifestyle precinct to open at Westfield Knox
International and Australian brands, including UNIQLO, JD Sports, General Pants Co and GLUE Store will be part of Westfield Knox's newest fashion and lifestyle...
Reduce excess vegetation by participating in Bundles Branches collection
Yarra Ranges residents and property owners are being encouraged to make the most of the upcoming Bundled Branches collection; reducing excess vegetation in the...
Broad-toothed rat added to endangered species list
Ahead of a daunting bushfire season, the Australian government has added more than 20 plants and animals, including one most commonly found in the...
Local councils’ commitment to the environment
Yarra Ranges Council has confirmed staff are continuing to implement actions from its Liveable Climate Plan following a ‘landmark’ new blueprint was pitched by...
Man taken to hospital with minor injuries after Knoxfield crash
Emergency services responded to a collision in Knoxfield on Friday 17 November.
Police were told a Toyota Landcruiser and a truck collided in the intersection...
Emergency services called to multi-vehicle accident on Mount Dandenong Tourist Road
Emergency services responded to a three-vehicle collision on Mount Dandenong Tourist Road in Olinda on the morning of Friday 17 November.
An Ambulance...
Ferny Creek cub earns highest award in section
A 1st Ferny Creek Scout group cub has achieved the highest award possible in the Cub Scout Section.
Eddy Lee, 11, was recognised at...
Ex-AFL players return to grassroots footy
Knox football clubs are bringing high-level recruits back to grassroots football, stepping it up as they prepare for the 2024 season.
The Basin Football club...