“Total destruction:” Emergency responders reflect two years after June 2021 storm
On the evening of Wednesday 9 June 2021, Emerald SES Unit Controller Ben Owen remembers the weather conditions being “worse than ever”.
“You probably...
Reason for bikies’ cold-blooded murder remains mystery
Buying a car, finishing high school, meeting his girlfriend, winning his first footy game with a new club and starting a business were moments...
MP asks for data with Centrelink call wait times ballooning
Federal Casey MP Aaron Violi has called on the federal government to reveal how long locals are waiting on vital social security payments during...
Community groups able to apply for council grants
Community groups and artists across the Yarra Ranges can apply for up to $10,000 in funding for events and projects from 1 June, through...
Inspiro CEO to take part in Vinnies Sleepout
In an effort to raise funds and awareness for those doing it tough throughout Australia, Yarra Ranges Healthcare Service’s CEO will be one of...
YRC’s Ribbons of Green awarded Best Sustainability Initiative
Yarra Ranges Council’s sustainability efforts received a big acknowledgement of their success with a recent win at the LGPro Awards for Excellence, recognising the...
Croydon North crossing guard retired after 44 years service
A beloved crossing guard will be hanging up the high vis in Croydon North after 44 years of service at Yarra Road Primary School.
Carmel...
Interest rates continue to rise
Interest rates have risen to an eleven-year high, despite the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Governor stating inflation has hit its peak.
On 6 June,...
Montrose Community Market Approaches
Montrose Community Market runs 3rd Saturday of the month (except Jan) and is coming up on Saturday 17 June from 9am until 1pm.
The...
Young 16 year old missing
Lilydale police are seeking information on a young 16 year old who has been reported missing.
Matilda was last seen at about 2.40pm at...
Heavy rainfall and damaging winds expected
A severe weather warning has been issued by the Bureau of Meteorology on Tuesday 6 June at 12.01pm.
The forecast predicts heavy rainfall and...
Flood planning receives funding
The Victorian Government has made funding available for local councils facing flood risks to help keep their mapping, planning and preparation up to date.
Water...
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$9.3 billion surplus announced in Federal Budget as heavy future deficits...
The Albanese Labor Government handed down its second successive operating surplus in the Federal Budget on Tuesday 14 May.
Casey MP Aaron Violi shared his...
