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Emerald stalwart remembered
Long time Emerald resident and community man Robert Taylor has passed away. Rob regularly walked around the village from Ferres Road, often with two dogs,…
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Five year cultural policy for the national arts community announced
The Federal Government has released the first new National Cultural Policy for the country’s arts, entertainment and cultural sector in 10 years. Revive, announced on…
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Emerald Men’s Shed gives poodle with defect a new lease on life
A poodle born with a congenital defect has been given a new lease of life after a generous donation from the Emerald Men’s Shed. Rhapsody,…
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Yarra Ranges Pre-Prep rollout expected from 2030
The Yarra Ranges Shire will be part of the next stage of the Best Start, Best Life early childhood education reform announced by Early Childhood…
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Yarra Ranges Council to march at Midsumma
Yarra Ranges Council will be marching at Melbourne’s Midsumma Pride March today, alongside a swathe of local councils. ‘Midsumma Pride March is a celebration of…
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Pop-up blood donor centre comes to Upwey
A pop-up blood donor centre will be coming to 1443 Burwood Highway in Upwey from Monday 20 February to Saturday 25 February. “One in three…
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Volunteer spots open in L2P program
For many teenagers, getting their license and going for their first solo drive is a rite of passage into the adult world, opening up an…
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Local councils able to apply for sporting club grants
Local councils are now able to apply for the Victorian Government’s Country Football and Netball program. Up to $2.5 million is available for rural, regional…
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Warm and wet weather create a breeding ground for mosquitos
Warm and wet weather over summer has meant an increase in mosquito breeding and biting over summer especially around wetlands, despite colder conditions this weekend.…
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Victorians warned not to be complacent around water this summer
RACV is warning Victorians not to become complacent around water or they risk tragedy this summer. A child can drown within 20 seconds. That’s as…
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Grant applications for community events now open
Yarra Ranges townships have an opportunity to host the community events they want to see with applications opening for the Victorian Government’s Small and Medium…
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Hills Men’s Shed lends a helping hand to Emerald SES unit
The Hills Men’s Shed has used its resources to lend a helping hand to the SES’s Emerald Unit, recently donating a large picnic table for…
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