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News
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Lifeview Emerald Glades wins national aged care award
Ranges Trader Star MailLifeview Emerald Glades has been celebrated for its exceptional work in aged care, winning the prestigious “Making a Difference” award at the 2025 Ageing Australia…
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A shot of support
Ranges Trader Star MailLast week, during Homelessness Week, Incy Wincy Cafe in Emerald joined over 820 cafes nationwide in a united act of local generosity by donating $1…
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Yarra Ranges Council set to call for safety, sustainablity and diversity improvements for councils
Lilydale Star MailWith the second and final Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) State Council Meeting of the year coming up on Friday 10 October, Yarra Ranges councillors…
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Buy local at upcoming Millgrove Market
Upper Yarra Star MailSupport local businesses at the Millgrove Market this Saturday, 16 August. Ran by the Millgrove Resident’s Action Group (MRAG), the market is located along Warburton…
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Bayswater CFA assists in Heathmont blaze
Ranges Trader Star MailBayswater fire brigade-CFA were called to support Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) at a significant house fire in Heathmont on Monday morning. The call came in…
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Acts of kindness made all the difference for this Yarra Junction senior
Upper Yarra Star MailSometimes, a little act of kindness goes further than you’d think. It certainly meant the world to 91-year-old Marie Olaussen when drivers on Yarra Junction’s…
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WHYLD movie night to show Lego movie this Friday
Upper Yarra Star MailThe WHYLD community group is hosting a movie night on Friday 29 August, screening the blockbuster Lego movie. The movie night takes place at the…
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Delayed gratification for borrowers as RBA cuts again
Upper Yarra Star MailBorrowers have received welcome relief from the Reserve Bank of Australia, which has delivered a widely expected interest rate cut. The central bank opted not…
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WHYLD hosting second-hand mini market
Upper Yarra Star MailPick up some lucky finds at the WHYLD community group’s second-hand mini market on Saturday 13 September. The market takes place from 12-3pm at the…
Sport
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Kilsyth joins new state wheelchair basketball league
Lilydale Star MailA six-association wheelchair basketball league has launched in Victoria, with Kilsyth Basketball set to compete in the five-week tournament. Basketball Victoria announced the inaugural Victorian…
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Coldstream Seniors continue to be in Division 3 next season
Mountain Views Star MailAt the last game of the 2025 Home and Away Season, Coldstream Seniors desperately wanted a win to avoid bottom place on the ladder. Coldstream…
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Two scorching-hot favourites for the flag
Lilydale Star MailThe two most dominant teams in Outer East women’s football booked their tickets to the big dance on Saturday with Mt Evelyn and Warburton-Wesburn now…
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Reds close in on title
Mountain Views Star MailGutsy play from juniors and seniors on Saturday as the season’s end nears. Healesville Firsts 3–1 Monbulk Rangers The derby clash and match of the…
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Bloods on Bloods at Don Road
Mountain Views Star MailWith the Senior Women heading off to Olinda for their elimination final against Olinda, the first game of the day was Healesville U18’s taking on…
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Yarra Glen footballers and netballers contribute breast cancer research
Mountain Views Star MailYarra Glen hosted its Pink Sports Day on Saturday, joined by Powelltown in Seniors and Reserves footy and netball, with Seville U18’s also being a…
Entertainment
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Young but experienced radio presenter Lara Fox
Upper Yarra Star MailOne of the younger radio presenters at Yarra Valley FM kicked off her radio adventure at the age of 15. Lara Fox is now in…
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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…
More News
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Webinar to help parents protect children from sexual abuse
Upper Yarra Star MailA free webinar designed to help parents and carers protect children from sexual abuse is being hosted by Body Safety Australia for a free webinar.…
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Teen last seen in Montrose, police seek assistance
Lilydale Star MailPolice are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing teenager Sheanna. The 13-year-old girl was last seen at a residence in Montrose at about…
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Stayin’ Alive By Kevin Jones
Ranges Trader Star MailStayin’ alive, stayin’ alive Ah Ah Ah Ah Stayin’ alive, stayin’ alive Ah Ah Ah Ah STAYIN’ ALIVE! Welcome to the first of some occasional,…
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Call to protect at-risk adults
Mountain Views Star MailState Coroner John Cain has used the case of a 78-year-old woman, who died in Maroondah Hospital in 2020, to highlight the need for an…
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Yarra Ranges sets the scene for new The Dispatcher film
Upper Yarra Star MailScenes of the Yarra Ranges will be shown in new TV series The Dispatcher as the region goes from strength to strength as it delivered…
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Build up to major fundraiser
Mountain Views Star MailLeading up to a major fundraiser in Melbourne in September, Badger Creek CFA is hosting another event to raise money for the main fundraiser. Fire…