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Swimming start to Australian Platypus Conversation Centre
Stage one of a new state-of-the-art Australian Platypus Conservation Centre (APCC) has opened at Healesville Sanctuary bolstering capacity to care for the iconic native species.…
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Healthy Cities Landcare Grants return to fund tree planting in urban communities
Following a successful round in 2024, Bupa and Landcare Australia are proud to announce the return of the Healthy Cities Landcare Grants Program in 2025,…
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Community Bank Warburton-Yarra Junction closed Wednesday
The Community Bank Warburton-Yarra Junction will be closed on Wednesday 23 July. It announced the closure on its Facebook page. “Due to unforeseen circumstances Warburton…
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Boronia station upgrades in sight
Crews are laying the groundwork for a revitalised Boronia Station precinct, with geotechnical works underway this week for the station upgrade, which will enhance safety,…
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Let’s talk roads – community drop-in sessions to note
Yarra Ranges Council is running a series of drop-in sessions for residents to come and chat directly to staff, ask questions, get clarification and report…
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Rainy day catch up in Belgrave
Belgrave Police invited locals to sit down for a chat over coffee despite the rainy weather on 22 July at the Belgrave Bakery. An initiative…
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Farm safety boosted by new funding
It’s National Farm Safety Week between 20-26 July and rural communities are being encouraged to focus on safety and wellbeing on their farms. The State…
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Babaji’s Warburton closed for two weeks
Babaji’s Kerala Kitchen in Warburton has announced it’s forced to close for two weeks following a busy school holiday period. The restaurant announced the decision…
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Uber Eats delivers questions
A local business shared the pros and cons of the Uber Eats service after two weeks of rollout in two towns in the Yarra Valley.…
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Exploring the role of dingoes
A packed out Yellingbo Hall played venue to a Dingo Education Day on 13 July which saw over 140 people attend to learn more about…
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Platypus deaths spark outrage
An illegal fishing trap has killed three platypuses in Yarra Junction which has sparked outrage and concern amid recent fisheries officer cuts. Two dead adult…
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Severe winds for Yarra Ranges
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a warning for severe winds and blizzard conditions for Victoria today, 21 July. The winds will affect parts of…
