Tag: News
A vision for the future
After almost 12 months of community consultation, Yarra Ranges Council has finalised its draft council plan and community vision ready for the final feedback...
Police appeal for help after stabbing in Olinda
Yarra Ranges Criminal Investigation Unit are investigating and appealing for witnesses after a stabbing occurred in Olinda on Wednesday 15 September.
A 35 year...
The power of social media
Social media has become a very powerful tool for Greyhound Adoption Program to rehouse greys that are looking for their forever homes. With Covid...
Cases spike in shire
Covid-19 cases in the Yarra Ranges have spiked over the last week, with the shire recording a further 10 active cases in five days....
Storms mean seeds can be collected
Mountain Ash trees that fell in the devastating June storms are providing a rare opportunity for seed collection.
The fallen trees have enabled...
The Walking Man’s final steps
If you've lived in the Yarra Ranges for some time or visited here often, then chances are you've seen 'The Walking Man' striding on...
Mental health pop up clinics to arrive
The State Government has announced a multi million dollar package to support new mental health and wellbeing services across the state, including pop up...
Free desexing at Animal Aid
Did you know that felines can reproduce at just four months of age and that cats can have two litters of kittens per year?
Every...
Being bushfire prepared
Just like that, we are on the cusp of another bushfire season and now is the perfect time to start clearing properties of excess...
Burning off laws pose risk to climate
Burning off already comes with a number of risks and concerns but Emerald resident David Tunks, fears the new laws proposed by Cardinia Shire...
Heritage grants breathe new life into Puffing Billy
It’s full steam ahead at Puffing Billy, with the Victorian Government funding restoration works to get Locomotive A6 back on its tracks.
Planning minister...
Ice dealer faces court
A Cockatoo man has faced the County Court and plead guilty to a number of offences, after he was caught driving unlicensed, possessing and...