News
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Crime Stoppers, Police and TAC urge drivers to ‘Brake the Habit’
Crime Stoppers Victoria and the Transport Accident Commission (TAC), with the support of Victoria Police, have launched the Brake the Habit campaign to encourage drivers…
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Supreme Court denies appeal to reopen investigation into the 2006 death of Maroondah Hospital patient
A request to reopen a coronial investigation into the death of a Maroondah Hospital patient nearly 20 years ago has been denied by the Supreme…
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Cog Bike Shop speaks out
A family run business has appealed for help from the wider community to help local police with an alleged burglary that is currently under investigation.…
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The Mystery of Jack the Miners
Lost through time, a local researcher shared the story of a humble forest clearing with secrets to tell at Belgrave Library on Saturday 17 May.…
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Yes, we can, thanks to you!
A simple recycling program going strong in the heart of Emerald has yielded thousands of dollars in direct donations, with another location beginning to show…
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Yarra Ranges National Reconciliation Week
The theme of National Reconciliation Week this year is Bridging Now to Next. Yarra Ranges Council also invited First Nations guests to The Memo, Healesville,…
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Community Capital Works Grant policy review
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking feedback on the review of the Community Capital Works Grant (CCWG) policy. The CCWG program has been a crucial resource…
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Councils sound alarm on expiring funding program
With the Victorian budget set to be released on Tuesday 20 May, Outer Melbourne Councils (OMC) is highlighting a critical funding program that needs to…
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Abbi Haynes’ Journey from struggles to strength with FOFA
Knoxfield resident, Abbi Haynes knows how hard it can be to find a place where you truly feel accepted and seen. After years of personal…
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Dandenong Ranges host key fire safety trial
Firefighters could soon be better protected in the line of duty, with cutting-edge breathing equipment recently tested in Lysterfield and the Dandenong Ranges showing strong…
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Dough-ing good for the Lantern Festival
Belgrave chef and cafe owner Alex Palmer is bringing the community together with delicious pizza and good vibes, all in an effort to support one…
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Council endorsed 2026 Annual Grant Guide
Yarra Ranges councillors discussed the guidelines for the 2026 Annual Grant, which will be open for application on 2 June, closing mid-July. Each year, Yarra…












