The law change from Monday 1 September makes it illegal to own, use, carry, transport or sell the knives without an exemption or valid approval.
Purchase this photo from Pic Store: 463844 As part of Operation Amity, police were out at a random breath testing site on Swansea Road when…
Multiple detections of the Queensland Fruit Fly (QFF) have been reported in the Yarra Ranges this month, with the full extent not known. QFF was detected in nectarines in a…
Purchase this photo from Pic Store: 531438 It was a morning of giving back for several highway patrol members from the outer east, choosing to donate blood and plasma as…
The former King returned to reclaim his throne at Kingaroy’s Speedway. Lilydale’s Dylan Barrow, winner of the 2024 Kings Royal, returned to the track to compete in the 2026 Kings…
The concerning rise of misogynistic behaviour among young men has been brought to the fore as school returns in the Yarra Ranges for 2026. It’s a trend documented by many…
Purchase this photo from Pic Store: 309068 On 16 January, the Lilydale Croquet Club farewelled Alan Jones, a longtime member of the croquet club. Alan loved being outdoors, whether it…
Ferny Creek resident, Coen Pearson has already established himself as a leader in environmental conservation, earning Yarra Ranges Council’s Young Environmental Achiever of the Year award. The 13 year-old has…
Kilsyth Cricket Club’s men’s senior matches were cancelled on Saturday due to the exceptionally hot weather. With the forecast temperature predicted to be 39 degrees, the RDCA enacted the heat…
With disasters seeming to become more frequent and severe in Australia, ensuiring our telecommunications are capable of keeping us connected in a crisis is crucial. Casey MP and Shadow Assistant…
O’Shannassy Ward councillor Jim Child received a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his unwavering dedication to the Yarra Ranges. Cr Child was one of 680 award recipients…
One of the Yarra River’s most determined protectors, Gordon Buller, received the Mayor’s Lifetime Achievement Award for the Australia Day Civic Awards. Mr Buller was recognised for his tireless commitment…
