Storms push Covid to the back
One of the most significant events of the year was the wild and destructive storms that occurred in June, wiping out power and felling...
Looking forward to in 2022 with volunteer emergency services
Now that another year has passed and 2022 offers a little bit more optimism about the future, each of our emergency service crews and...
People of the Year
While there were many unsung heroes in 2021 who helped keep people safe, fed and connected, it was perhaps the most significant year for...
Preparing for the inevitable Covid positive result
Unless you’ve had Covid-19, it really is like facing the unknown, particularly when it comes to isolating at home and monitoring your symptoms.
That’s why...
Yarra Ranges asks public to be kind
Yarra Ranges Council has asked the community to get on board with their Be Kind campaign, as businesses in the area struggle with staff-shortages...
Native animals continually targeted for illegal wildlife trade
The illegal capturing and trafficking of Australia’s native wildlife is a great concern for Victorian authorities, with thousands of animals taken yearly for the...
Council services may be impacted by staff availability
Some Lilydale residents who utilise council run services may see changes to how the services are delivered over the days and weeks to come....
More workers to be exempt from home quarantine
Relief may be felt for some struggling services in the Lilydale area with more industries being added to the exempted close contact worker list...
Omicron pushes healthcare to the limit
The rapid rise of omicron cases across the state has put immense pressure on ambulance, hospital and triple-zero services, and it's only expected to...
House fire sends smoke across Croydon
A smoke warning has been issued for residents living in the Croydon Hills area after a major structure fire occurred earlier this afternoon.
A...
Not enough staff for Croydon pool’s normal hours
Croydon Memorial Pool has been forced to reduce its hours two weeks in a row as Covid-19 throws a curveball to many industries.
Due...
Public transport delays caused by isolating staff
For people who rely on public transport in Lilydale, Chirnside Park, Mooroolbark and Kilsyth, major delays may begin appearing with some services being cancelled...