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Ambitious Christmas hamper appeal launched by Holy Fools
It’s a tradition that grows every year, as Holy Fools aims to help and support more people during the Christmas period. This year is no…
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Hunters embrace new $1 million hunting hut pilot
A “game-changing” $1 million pilot will establish purpose-built hunting huts across the Yarra Ranges and Victoria in order to boost recreational deer hunting. The initiative…
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Keep your pets safe this fire season
RSPCA Victoria and CFA are calling on Yarra Ranges residents to include pets in their bushfire survival plans, as Victoria faces an increased risk of…
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Local heroes lauded
The 2025 Local Heroes for Westfield Knox have been announced, and three lucky locals have been selected for the annual grant program. Boronia Rotarian Ray…
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Stronger penalties for wildlife crime welcomed
Despite criticism of the State Government’s approach to the Wildlife Act Review, wildlife organisations and advocacy bodies were encouraged by stronger penalties and rescuer support.…
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Wildlife organisations say State Government missed the mark on Act reforms
It’s been five years since the State Government announced the first-ever review of the Wildlife Act 1975. Just this week, the environment minister released his…
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Decision makers call for community health funds
Better funding support for community health services in the Yarra Ranges was the topic of discussion at an engaging meeting between Access Health and Community…
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Local events celebrate and shine a light on Yarra Ranges’ autistic community
A pair of recent events held in October provided important opportunities for connection among the Yarra Ranges autistic community. Healesville-based author Sandra Thom-Jones, with support…
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Townships to the rescue
“Meet in Montrose at midday.” The slogan was developed by the Montrose Township Group after the 2021 storms to ensure that locals know where to…
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Health and wellbeing strategy unveiled by council
The newly adopted Health and Wellbeing Strategy document for 2025-2029 was endorsed at the council Meeting on 14 October. “This strategy is more than a…
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Farmers and families enjoy the Wandin Silvan Field Days
The Wandin Silvan Field Days kicked off on Friday 17 October to sunny skies for another successful year of all things agriculture, horticulture and farming…
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What’s next in the Yarra Ranges?
The strategic plan for the Yarra Ranges was officially adopted at the last council meeting. The 2025-2029 Yarra Ranges Council plan, developed alongside an 18-month…
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