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Landowners urged to register their burn-offs online
With Victorians across the state preparing their property for fire season, emergency services are urging landowners to register their burn-offs online through the Fire Permits…
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Bayswater burglary under investigation
Police are investigating a burglary that took place earlier this year at a premises on Railway Parade, Bayswater. On 6 June 2025, at approximately 1.15…
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Cost of living hits pets
A new report by the RSPCA has revealed the Yarra Ranges to be one of the worst regions in the state for animal cruelty. With…
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Illegal concrete dumping at Boronia construction site
Police are investigating an incident involving illegal dumping at a construction site in Boronia earlier this month. At approximately 1.30pm on Thursday, 4 September 2025,…
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Ring found on Boronia Road
Knox Police are seeking the owner of a ring that was found on the footpath along Boronia Road in Wantirna on 5 August. The item…
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Public libraries boosted with nearly $50 million for the next year
Public libraries across Victoria will share in just under $50 million for the next financial year to ensure library functions can grow and develop. The…
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Connection between Warburton family and Ned Kelly revealed
Did you know that a Warburton family was involved in one of Ned Kelly’s most significant moments – the Jerilderie Letter? It turns out that…
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Puffing along for a great cause
The Rotary Club of Emerald and District has officially announced the much-loved ‘Kids Fun Run with Puffing Billy’ which’s set to take place on Sunday,…
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Animal owners struggle to feed as Yarra Ranges ranks second-worst for animal cruelty
A new report by the RSPCA has revealed the Yarra Ranges to be one of the worst regions in the state for animal cruelty. With…
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SES crews wrestle with windy conditions
A spur of windy weather saw the Upper Yarra SES take on 16 callouts on 15 September. With trees toppled atop car ports and roads,…
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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…
