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Proposed Warburton Lodge plans to be assessed by council
Upper Yarra Star MailA planning application to redevelop the Warburton Lodge has hit the Yarra Ranges Council. The $2 million upgrade would be one of the lodge’s most…
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Croydon SDS unveils warm and welcoming new facilities
Lilydale Star MailThree years down the track from an $11.75 million funding announcement, the Croydon Special Developmental School has unveiled its finished upgrades. It was a momentous…
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Mixed results for latest ambulance response times in the Outer East
Upper Yarra Star MailThe average ambulance response times have been released for the last quarter of 2024/25, with mixed results in the Outer East. Ambulance Victoria (AV) crews…
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Senior Liberal MP won’t contest 2026 election
Lilydale Star MailAfter two decades in the role of MP, senior Victorian Liberal David Hodgett has announced he won’t be contesting the seat of Croydon at the…
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Rotary welcomes local news education
Ferntree Gully Belgrave Star MailCommunity collaboration between local media and charity made for a fun and educational event on Wednesday 7 August. The Rotary Club in Belgrave welcomed Sar…
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Keep the wheels turning: Warburton Waterwheel calls for new members
Upper Yarra Star MailFollowing a significant show of support by the community, the Warburton Waterwheel is looking for new board members to help continue its ongoing legacy. With…
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Melbourne Water seeking community experiences ahead of Yarra Ranges flood mapping updates
Upper Yarra Star MailMelbourne Water are calling on Yarra Ranges residents to help guide the updating of flood maps in the region. Community engagement is open until 24…
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Plenty to celebrate at Cockatoo CFA
Ranges Trader Star MailCockatoo Fire Brigade celebrated their renovated fire station and new command vehicle which will further boost their ability to protect their community. Deputy Chief Officer…
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Cache me outside – weeding edition
Ranges Trader Star MailLast Saturday, 2 August, 17 Geocachers joined the Friends of Gembrook Park in a hands-on environmental effort to weed out Tradescantia fluminensis from the forest…
Sport
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Aboriginal elder attends rugby match despite disappointment
Mountain Views Star MailAhead of the NRL’s Indigenous Round match tonight, a local senior Aboriginal elder said she will attend the game despite a previous issue not yet…
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Silvan delivers spectacular finish to the 2025 Trail Running Series
Ranges Trader Star MailThe Trail Running Series marked a major milestone with the series finale held at Silvan in the Dandenong Ranges on Sunday, 3 August 2025, marking…
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Step Upwey to victory
Ranges Trader Star MailThere were cheers, tears and high-fives all around as Upwey South Primary School’s sport aerobics team, The Diamond Lyrebirds, danced their way to gold at…
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Barkers outmatched by Noble Park
Lilydale Star MailOn Friday night, Barkers (fourth) paid their first visit to Parkfield Reserve for 19 years – at that time it was home to Heatherton United.…
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Bloods finally back on home ground to take on Wandin
Mountain Views Star MailHaving not played at home since early July, all teams were really looking forward to getting back on to home turf. Coming off a bye…
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Coldstream FNC come together with their ‘Stronger Together’ Round
Lilydale Star MailColdstream Football Netball Club turned Halley Supple Reserve into more than just a sporting ground on Saturday, it became a place of cultural celebration, community…
Entertainment
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Public art for you to peruse in the Outer East
Upper Yarra Star MailThe Outer East is abound with talented artists with plenty of opportunities to admire and enjoy their works, and it also attracts may artist from…
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Untold tales captured in book
Mountain Views Star MailThe untold tales of Yarra Ranges residents, whose histories are rooted in stories of work, play, hardship and love, craft a vision of what the…
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Still Life, In Motion
Ranges Trader Star MailReimagining the traditional life drawing concept, a local artist has meshed classical themes with the world of fashion, performance, and set design. Degas’ Ballet Dancers…
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A fluting affair in the Dandenongs
Ranges Trader Star MailThe Dandenongs art lovers are in for a treat this September, with an exciting flute quartet series set to take place in two beloved, volunteer-run…
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Telling the untold stories of life, hardship and home
Lilydale Star MailThe untold tales of Yarra Ranges residents, whose histories are rooted in stories of work, play, hardship and love, craft a vision of what the…
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It’s a bit delayed but never stopped
Mountain Views Star MailThe 37-metre-long kangaroo mural project was finally completed on Wednesday 30 July. Healesville-based artist Paul Sonsie finished drawing a giant kangaroo on one side of…
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Spring back into nature with the Yarra/Birrarung Riverfest
Upper Yarra Star MailThe Birrarung Riverfest is back this September school holidays, with over 60 events across 23 days, stretching along the entire Yarra, Birrarung River. In just…
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From trauma to supporting others
Mountain Views Star MailA local firefighter has shared his story to help others for five years through Beyond Blue, a mental health organisation focused on supporting people affected…
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Gruyere planting day to support indigenous biodiversity
Upper Yarra Star MailRegenerating Farms is hosting a Community Planting Day dedicated to restoring indigenous biodiversity and supporting threatened species in Gruyere. The planting day will take place…
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Build friendships at Seville Friendship Group
Upper Yarra Star MailThe Seville Community House is hosting its Seville Friendship Group meeting on Wednesday 13 August. Taking place from 10am-12pm, the event takes place at the…
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Action over advocacy as homelessness reaches record levels
Lilydale Star MailA prominent sentiment of this Homelessness Week was action over advocacy, as local services feel the brunt of rising rents and family violence. This was…
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March for Vietnam vets at to take place at Yarra Junction
Upper Yarra Star MailA Vietnam veterans day will take place in Yarra Junction to commemorate the 59th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan on August 17. Veterans…