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Livestock losses the spotlight for May
In May, an article which stood out above the rest was the coverage of a rise in attacks on livestock by wild animals. A rise…
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Top article for April: Immigration brought into focus
April saw the Star Mail’s federal election survey uncover what Yarra Ranges residents thought about key election topics, with one main focus being immigration. Our…
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Top barbecue ideas for summer
As summer sets in across Australia, it’s the perfect time to fire up the barbecue and enjoy some of the country’s best grilled dishes. From…
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Paid parking pilot coverage top article for March
The Star Mail’s coverage of the Yarra Ranges Council’s paid parking pilot in Warburton was an important moment in March 2025. The Yarra Ranges Council’s…
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Discover the best of Australian summer wines
As the Australian summer heats up, wine lovers are gearing up to sip on refreshing wines that complement the sun-soaked days. Australia’s diverse wine regions,…
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Inspiring survival story is February’s article of the month
The coverage of a Yarra Junction man’s near-death experience and subsequent demands for better emergency care shone above the rest in February. Larry Norman phoned…
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Water safety article takes top spot for January
The Star Mail’s January article of the month examines the necessity of swimming education for children. Just days into the new year, the Star Mail…
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Upper Yarra’s best arts/entertainment stories of 2025
The Star Mail reported on all things art/entertainment throughout 2025 – here are some of the most notable moments of the year. Young violinist features…
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The Star Mail’s best sports stories of 2025
Sports play a big role in the Upper Yarra, and 2025 saw some incredible feats both locally and nationally. Sanders dominates: In January the Three…
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June sees new erosion management mapping spell issues for residents
In June, new mapping revealed that the risk for landslides in the Yarra Ranges is much higher than previously thought and has prompted the council…
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2025’s top stories
In 2025, the Star Mail worked hard to cover the most important issues in the community to ensure people can stay informed and in touch…
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Call back to ‘Capturing the Yarra Ranges’
The Star Mail’s six-week ‘Capturing the Yarra Ranges’ campaign narrowed in on the dilapidated CCTV network in the region in 2025, proving a hotbed for…
