Tag: News
New police officer set to go on patrol
By Russell BennettTHE ranks of Yarra Ranges police were given a boost last week after Victoria Police announced the addition of an extra Highway...
Skaters on a roll
By Russell BennettMOUNT Evelyn's skaters' paradise was officially unveiled last Thursday as Yarra Ranges Council's Youth Services hosted the launch of the town's new...
Panel says ‘no’ to C97
By Kath GannawayIn a report released last week the three person panel chaired by John Keaney, effectively sent the council back to the drawing...
School given boost to improve trades
By Russell BennettBELGRAVE Heights Christian College will soon be home to a new $1.2 million trades training centre.
The Federal Government has allocated $2.7 million...
Five stars
Environment Minister Ryan Smith said the schools had achieved high environmental benchmarks and demonstrated exceptional leadership in the community.
“This initiative is about empowering young...
Recycle race picks up
By Russell BennettCOCKATOO Primary School students had the time of their lives recently, competing in a carting race with a twist.
Students entered both a...
Man faces court over fire spree
YARRA Ranges Criminal Investigation Unit detectives have charged a 46-year-old Upwey man with lighting more than 15 hills fires in a spree dating back...
Keep properties in trim
Alpine Mowers owner Adam Robin has 25 years of experience in the industry.ALPINE Mowers in Monbulk will help properties get in shape for summer.
The...
Pool gives cool feel- Todd Smith and Jenna Crighton cool off at Belgrave Heated...
BELGRAVE Heated Outdoor Pool has introduced new programs for the summer so everyone can cool off as the weather heats up.
The introductions include term...
Maccas bites
By Russell BennettTECOMA residents are steeling themselves for a new year fight after McDonald's lodged a VCAT appeal against Yarra Ranges Council's decision to...
Family of fire friends
ANDREW Merlo wishes he had the Emerald fire brigade as a support network when he first moved to the town eight years ago.
He had...
Scouts makeover
@Normal:Monbulk Scouts Cubs and Joeys Leitia, 11, Midas, 10, Erica, 9, Jenna, 7, Michael, 8, and Max, 6, jump for joy at their revamped...
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A safe festive feast for pets
Pets might make puppy-dog eyes when they want some of whatever food is on the table, but some our Christmas favourites are actually poisonous...
