News
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Thoughts of Yarra Ranges Council with victims of Bondi shooting
Yarra Ranges Council extends its deepest condolences to everyone affected by the horrific events at Bondi Beach on Sunday 14 December. Our thoughts are with…
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Upwey couple share Christmas magic for charity
An Upwey couple have opened the gates of their home to neighbours, friends and the wider community, allowing visitors to wander through a backyard transformed…
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Victoria’s Volunteer of the Year
Former Healesville Local and Gunaikurnai Elder Glenys Watts was announced Victorian Volunteer of the Year on 27 November for her volunteer work over the last…
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AusNet works in Yellingbo on 17 Dec
The Yellingbo CFA has alerted the community of some works which may cause traffic disruptions today, 17 December. AusNet will be removing a powerpole near…
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Final fire restrictions announced for parts of greater Melbourne
Fire restrictions will be in force across the whole state soon with the final Fire Danger Period (FDP) declared for the Yarra Ranges, Knox, Maroondah…
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Parents gather to honour their children
Love and connection brought the Hills community together to honour the lives of their children gone too soon under the Tree of Souls this weekend.…
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Be enraged but not misguided
People are right to be shocked by the events at Bondi Beach last Sunday evening. They are right to be appalled at the vicious attack…
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Animal cruelty here
The Yarra Ranges has been singled out as a hotspot for animal cruelty in the RSPCA’s annual Animal Cruelty Report for 2024/25. The Yarra Ranges…
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Special Santa pit stop in The Patch
Santa made a special pit stop at The Patch Store on Thursday, 11 December. He was greeted by little ones awaiting his arrival and some…
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Learning Centre revamp
There’s exciting news at the Healesville Living and Learning Centre as we edge closer to the turn of the year. Staff returning to the centre,…
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Community Cupboard sees major growth after grant help
A Montrose-based volunteer organisation has nearly doubled its food rescue efforts and significantly expanded its community programs following support from the Victorian State Government. Montrose…
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Star Mail holiday shutdown
The Star Mail team wishes all our wonderful readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We sincerely thank you for your incredible support…
