News
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Tecoma Market rests in 2025
Organisers of the beloved Tecoma Twilight Ethical Market have announced the event will not run in 2025, the decision comes after careful reflection by the…
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What to do when you see stray livestock
If you see livestock wandering in the Yarra Ranges, call Victoria Police on 000 if there’s an immediate safety or road hazard, or contact Yarra…
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Four decades of Seville Community House
The Seville Community House celebrated four decades of connection, collaboration and creativity on 18 September. Over 50 people gathered at the Killara Estate for the…
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Ferntree Gully welcomes probus for retirees
With more than 1400 Probus Clubs across Australia offering retirees a chance to stay socially active and connected, Ferntree Gully has officially joined the fold…
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RSL receives lifeline with heart
A massive and heartfelt lifeline for a local RSL has been donated in an earnest gesture that will pave the way to vital work for…
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30 years of care and compassion
A Ferntree Gully resident is marking a remarkable milestone, during this year’s Foster Care Week, Sunday 14 to Saturday 20 September. Over three decades, Deanne…
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School holiday activities in Yarra Ranges
Enjoy a range of school holiday activities provided by Yarra Ranges Council and community providers for children aged 0 to 14 years. From story time…
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Grass fire spreading near Dalry Road
A small grass and scrub fire is currently spreading near 355 Dalry Road, Launching Place. Two vehicles are responding to the fire at the time…
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Emerald residents demand feeding signs
Some residents in Emerald have reached out to Star Mail, raising their frustration over the lack of signage warning against feeding cockatoos in the area,…
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Crucial population of local plant under threat from firefighting fuel break
A precariously populated plant which calls parts of the Yarra Valley home continues to face threats to its existence, and the Kinglake Friends of the…
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Benefits of UpCycles shown at ECOSS and council collaboration
A bike upcycling workshop demonstrated the value of sustainability and the beautiful social connections which can come with it on 17 September. The UpCycles workshop…
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CFA urges Victoria to Get Fire Ready
CFA is urging Victorians to Get Fire Ready with more than 500 brigades across the state hosting an event this October to help communities prepare…
