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Not out of danger yet: Montrose bushfire controlled but still burning

Firefighters worked tirelessly throughout the night on Saturday as a bushfire in Montrose threatened nearby houses, spread out of control and forced residents to...

Victorian Government to tighten bail laws and ban machetes

The Victorian Government is seeking to address concerns from communities about serious crime with changes to laws regarding bail and machetes. Bail reform will seek...

Watch and act order issued as firefighters battle Montrose bushfire

Residents in Montrose have been told to prepare to leave as firefighters and air support work to bring a bushfire under control. A CFA...

Three wins for Lilydale Croquet Club

On Monday 3 March, the Lilydale Division 1 team played host to the Sandringham side. Playing for Lilydale this week were Craig McCracken and...

Four senior sides in finals action for Mt Evelyn

After five months of hard work, tough competitive competition and long days in the sweltering heat, finals have finally arrived for the cricketers at...

Flurry of finals for Kilsyth Cricket Club

It was a good weekend for Kilsyth Cricket Club with five teams participating in the finals. The Women’s team won their second consecutive premiership,...

Stakes high in round six of the Eastern Suburbs Senior Pennant

The stakes were high for round six at Eastwood with challenges for the top spots in green and gold groups. An unfortunate start for Alan...

Another gold and new record for Pincott at State Champs

A really hot Casey Fields hosted the Little Athletics Victoria State Track & Field Championships over the weekend. Yarra Ranges Athletics Club's medal count was...

Six teams in finals, Women’s Semi Final Win and seven half-centuries for Kilsyth

The last home and away round of the season for Kilsyth Cricket Club’s Men’s senior teams was played on Saturday resulting in 3 wins...

Exhibition for interaction

Yering Station is hosting an exhibition to commemorate the fifth anniversary of a Yarra Valley sculptor’s death.  INTERACTION, an exhibition of artworks created by Ernst...

Add these to the calendar

World Day of Prayer Mooroolbark locals will join with millions of prayer partners around the globe as they unite in prayer next Friday to mark...

Healing through art

Underneath my Umbrella has launched 'Black and White' an exhibition series bringing family violence, the lived experiences of survivors and the journey they go...

Recently formed Yarra Ranges based theatre company

A new theatre company wants to provide a production opportunity to people in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges. Hills Act Theatre Company was...

Youth scores grant to explore wearable art

A little support from the community goes a long way and advice from local artists, social media and a council grant have made it...

Highland Games reach international heights as festival approaches

An exploration of Highland and Celtic culture will return to Croydon next month with a festival celebrated by people journeying from far and wide. The...

Parking framework for Yarra Ranges decided

A Parking Management Framework was approved by Yarra Ranges Council at Tuesday's meeting which promises to provide a clear decision-making structure for parking decisions...

Local traders want to see better CCTV network

Star Mail’s six-week CCTV campaign was welcomed by the local traders and shopkeepers. Getting into the campaign's midpoint, Star Mail interviewed local traders groups...

Upper Yarra community groups have their say on CCTV cameras

Township groups were often entrusted as the recipients of the grants for CCTV cameras in the Yarra Ranges but also left with the cost...

Traders and shopowners in favour of CCTV network

Traders and shopowners in town centres have been targeted by criminals and vandals and despite often having cameras in their own stores, would welcome...

One injured, others evacuated in destructive unit blaze

A fire that engulfed a unit and spread to an adjoining property's roof in Lilydale saw one person injured but remaining residents safely evacuated....

Calls for upgrades and accountability

CCTV networks once seen as a vital part of crime prevention in Belgrave and Upwey are now facing significant challenges due to outdated equipment...

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