News
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Park upgrade for the dogs
Upper Ferntree Gully’s Kings Park is one of 26 parks set to get a major upgrade, making it an even more welcoming spot for locals…
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Emerald exhibition shines a light on local talent
The Hills Hub in Emerald came alive on Friday evening, 4 April, for the grand opening of the Hills Photographic Society’s annual Photography Exhibition. Around…
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Casey candidates weigh in on skyrocketing insurance prices
Insurance prices in the electorate of Casey were a hot topic at a recent ‘Meet the Candidates’ event in Tecoma. With new analysis highlighting just…
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Yarra Council is on track
The Yarra Ranges Council delivered its mid-year report on Tuesday 8 April, claiming it’s largely on track for the goals it set out in its…
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Community invited to recognise unsung heroes in humanitarian awards
Members of the Victorian community have been encouraged to nominate candidates for humanitarian awards. The annual Fred and Humanity awards celebrate ordinary Australians who make…
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Survey shows pain points
In the lead-up to the federal election, Star Mail News ran a community survey over the course of four weeks to gather the thoughts and…
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Getting more Victorians to the footy
The State Government will help thousands of Victorians get to the footy faster and easier with more frequent tram services to run from Monday 14…
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Mini Beasts a buzzing success
Bugs, bees, beasts and more were on show for an annual event celebrating the Yarra Ranges amazing flora and fauna and the faces of people…
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Mixed results for Monbulk
FOOTBALL Seniors Visits to Olinda during the football season usually require coats, beanies and scarves but on Saturday sunscreen was required as temperatures nudged 30…
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High home insurance hitting households in Yarra Ranges and Maroondah
Insurance prices are a hot topic ahead of election time and new analysis has indicated home insurance prices in the Outer East might be among…
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Big wins and fierce contests
Football Premier Division Seniors: Wandin 16.13.109 def Woori Yallock 14.11.95; Healesville 11.28.94 def Emerald 4.9.33; Mt. Evelyn 11.12.78 def Gembrook-Cockatoo 7.8.50; Upwey-Tecoma 16.9.105 def Officer…
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Bigger maybe not better?
After a lengthy discussion, the Yarra Ranges Council endorsed the establishment of a new Visitor Economy Partnership (VEP) at Tuesday’s, 8 April, council meeting. Not…