Funding saves Japara, long term commitment made
Japara’s Kilsyth Community Hub has been handed a long term lifeline after an independent report identified a need for increased funding from Yarra Ranges...
Mooroolbark Community Garden prepares to launch
The Mooroolbark Community Garden is preparing to open on Saturday 2 September.
Having held working bees throughout last week to get all 12 garden...
Charges laid for eastern suburbs thefts
Three youths have been arrested following alleged thefts from bottle shops and stores across Melbourne, including Montrose.
Between Friday 18 August and Tuesday 22 August,...
Police investigate assault claim levelled at ousted MP
Police are investigating serious assault allegations levelled against former Victorian Labor MP Will Fowles.
Premier Daniel Andrews sought Mr Fowles' resignation from the parliamentary...
Step in the right direction
Spring is on it's way and a local environmental group will celebrate the only way they know how at this time of year -...
One in 10 students need additional support, NAPLAN results show
Around 10 per cent of students across Australia need additional support in literacy and numeracy to meet higher NAPLAN expectations, according to the latest...
Keeping Varroa mite out of Victoria
Beekeepers are urged to be vigilant in monitoring for Varroa mite and keep up-to-date with permits, as Agriculture Victoria strengthens its surveillance in...
Prepare now for fires
With a dry spring and hot summer on the horizon, locals are being urged to prepare for this years’ upcoming bushfire season.
The Bureau...
Chainsaw safety for residents
Residents across the Yarra Ranges Council and Cardinia Shire are learning life-saving skills as part of a series of Emergency Response Themed Training, which...
Book characters come to life in Mount Evelyn
The world of books sparks the imagination and illuminates creativity.
And that's just what happened for the Mount Evelyn Memorial Pre School children on...
Harlem breaks kids world record for longest standing jump
In just a couple of weeks throughout June and July, Harlem Willis broke the world record in his age group for the longest standing...
Author Kylie Orr gives her Book Week insights
Kylie Orr: Author
What book are you currently reading?
I am currently reading “Dark Mode” by Ashley Kalagian blunt. It’s a crime thriller with stalker murderer...
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