News
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Family violence reports on the rise, a positive for police
The rise in the number of family violence reports in the Yarra Ranges may come as a shock to the community, but for police, it’s…
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The community hear from police on issues impacting the Yarra Ranges
Police and the community came together on Wednesday, 12 November, in Mooroolbark to discuss all things crime and prevention in the Yarra Ranges. Hosting the…
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CFA reaches major milestone in lifesaving program
CFA is excited to achieve its target of 50 brigades to participate in a lifesaving program which responds to select medical Triple Zero (000) calls.…
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Knox Scouts lease almost a-go
Scouting groups across the Knox District may finally have some peace of mind as the final cost and lease agreements for their halls are firmly…
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Man charged over Bayswater shooting
Detectives from the Armed Crime Squad have charged a man following a non-fatal shooting in Bayswater earlier in November. A 30-year-old Mooroolbark man was arrested…
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Remembering the fallen veterans in pictures
Communities across the Dandenongs joined the rest of the nation in quiet reflection on Tuesday, 11 November, as the Upwey-Belgrave RSL held its Remembrance Day…
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A minute’s silence in the hills
Despite Melbourne’s unpredictable spring weather, the Upwey-Belgrave RSL was filled with warmth and reflection on Tuesday 11 November, as locals gathered to honour those who…
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Richard Higgins the new Mayor of Yarra Ranges, Gareth Ward elected deputy
The Tuesday 11 November Yarra Ranges Council meeting was set aside for a mayoral election, with two new faces in the role of mayor and…
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Charlie’s fight against cancer sees widespread support
A Launching Place family’s plea for support has seen over $100,000 raised in two weeks after their four-year-old daughter was diagnosed with an extremely rare…
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Boronia Station designs revealed
The final designs for the Boronia Station Precinct have been revealed, delivering a modern, accessible and safer space for commuters. Minister for Transport Infrastructure Gabrielle…
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Burrinja brings groundbreaking work
Late October saw the arrival some groundbreaking work to the Burrinja Cultural Centre, the unique exhibition will also offer the community a free immersive art…
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Limited access to Quarry Lake due to poor water quality
Knox City Council has warned visitors to Ferntree Gully Quarry Reserve Lake after routine water testing detected E. coli and Enterococci bacteria at levels that…












