News
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Petrol price expected to hit over $2
Global crude oil prices have reached their highest levels since 2014 following the uncertainty over a Russian invasion of Ukraine, which is set to drive…
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Yarra Valley named as top spot for visitors
The Yarra Valley is shining bright on the national stage for tourism offerings, being named as number four in Wotif’s top ten Aussie towns for…
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Claire Ferres Miles is aiming to shake-up politics
Claire Ferres Miles has joined the numerous independent candidates around Australia vying to shake up politics at the next federal election. Inspired by the success…
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Volunteers expo visiting the Valley
Eastern Volunteers is hosting a roving expo throughout the Yarra Valley to promote volunteering, having started in Warburton and Yarra Junction on Wednesday 23 February.…
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AirFab looking for eager apprentices
Local manufacturer AirFab – who recently signed a $3.4 million contract with the US Navy – is struggling with skill shortages and is willing to…
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$300,000 commitment for Dandenong Trail connection
Cardinia Shire Council has announced $300,000 in funding for the Eastern Dandenong Ranges Trail connection. The project will connect the trail from Edenmont Road in…
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Insurance premiums in the Dandenong Ranges increasing
Information gleaned from a survey of residents and businesses in the Dandenong Ranges shows an increase in insurance premiums year-on-year for the past three years.…
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Council restablishes Cardinia Foundation
Cardinia Shire Council has announced it will re-establish the philanthropic Cardinia Foundation to better support a broad range of local community and service groups. Cardinia…
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Voices of Casey postpone launch event until early March
Voices of Casey have postponed their launch event a week, after independent candidate Claire Ferres Miles was forced to isolate after being a household contact…
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Mentorship program expanding into Yarra Ranges Shire
After launching in Boronia, Big Brothers Big Sisters Australia will be expanding into the Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges in the near future. Big…
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Knox Festival returns for 2022
Knox Festival will return on Saturday 5 March from 10am until 10pm and will feature an extended twilight program. Hosted at Wally Tew Reserve, for…
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Further easing of Covid-19 restrictions
Dandenong Ranges residents won’t have to wear masks in most settings, with the Victorian government announcement of an easing of pandemic orders and public health…