News
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Crazy year for SES
By Derek Schlennstedt It’s been known for some time but now it’s official. The Emerald SES unit has been recognised as the hardest-working team in…
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Pain beneath the leaves
By Derek Schlennstedt The Yarra Ranges is often considered a jewel of Victoria, with stunning fern gullies and green paddocks it’s a renowned tourist destination,…
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Combine harvested
By Peter Douglas Three top draft hopefuls from the Yarra Ranges have been confirmed as starters for this year’s crucial AFL Draft Combine in Melbourne.…
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Kinders petition
By Peter Douglas and Bonny Burrows Gembrook MP Brad Battin is seeking the reinstatement of ousted local early years management organisation, Kinders Together. Mr Battin…
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Hills’ sights on Adani
By Peter Douglas Hills residents on Sunday 16 July joined the fight to stop the proposed Adani coalmine in Queensland’s Galilee Basin, with a protest…
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It’s the art of excellence
By Effie Caloutas Three talented students from Monbulk College’s Studio Arts class of 2016 have had their work chosen for exhibitions in the VCE Season…
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Spotlight on Kalorama pioneers
A host of dignitaries attended the unveiling of new information boards at Kalorama Park on Sunday 16 July. Yarra Ranges Mayor Noel Cliff, Cr Jim…
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Trail on track after limbo phase
By Bonny Burrows Works can now start on an off-road track 14 years in the making, with Cardinia Shire Council securing a contractor for the…
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Tour most memorable for Clarke
By Peter Douglas Selby professional cyclist Simon Clarke has described his 2017 Tour de France campaign as one of his “most memorable” races. After completing…
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School DJ takes his turn
By Derek Schlennstedt If the mark of a good DJ is that their events are packed with dancers, then Ian Cranage is among the best.…
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Clare jets off to USA
By Derek Schlennstedt Clare Di Stefano, goalkeeper at Monbulk Rangers Soccer Club is one of four Monbulk soccer players who have been accepted to go…
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Ash Wednesday centre celebrates
By Derek Schlennstedt The Ash Wednesday Bushfire Education Centre in Cockatoo will be celebrating its first birthday on Sunday 30 July. The centre is dedicated…