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News
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In Pictures: Life along the Yarra
Upper Yarra Star MailPhotographer Graeme Edwards shared some more sights and scenes of the Yarra Ranges. He took advantage of the nicer days we’ve been privy to in…
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Final stages of Morrison Reserve awarded to builder
Lilydale Star MailWorks to complete Mount Evelyn’s Morrison Reserve recreational upgrades are a step closer with a builder now appointed for stage two. Warrandale Industries’ tender for…
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New enclosed dog parks proposed as part of new plan
Upper Yarra Star MailNew fully-enclosed dog off-leash areas were proposed by the Yarra Ranges Council after its draft plan setting the guidelines for dog parks was announced at…
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‘Bro in the Know’: Call for Yarra Ranges men to fight period poverty
Lilydale Star MailMen from the Yarra Ranges have been called upon to join the fight to end period poverty for Share the Dignity’s new Bro in the…
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Lilydale Rotary celebrates 60 years of service
Lilydale Star MailThe Rotary Club of Lilydale marked its 60th anniversary on Sunday 10 August with a celebratory lunch at Eastwood Golf Club. Guests ranged from current,…
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Old mates, new laughs at Olinda Probus
Ranges Trader Star MailThe Olinda Probus Club marked a significant milestone on Wednesday, 13 August, celebrating its 20th birthday with a special gathering at the Olinda Community House.…
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Wandin North man caught for road raging behaviours
Upper Yarra Star MailOn Tuesday the 12th of August, A Wandin North male had his car impounded for road raging behaviours on Tuesday 12 August. A Highway Patrol…
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Some heavy snow on Mount Donna Buang this weekend
Upper Yarra Star MailA total of 27 centimetres of snow will coat the peaks of Mount Donna Buang from Friday 15 August. Snow fall begins after noon on…
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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…
Sport
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One more flag for Healesville Junior Football Club
Mountain Views Star MailThe Healesville U11 Girls’ hard work came to fruition as they lifted the premiership flag on the last day of the season. Coach Stuart Rainbow…
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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…
Entertainment
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Collaborate! unites Yarra Ranges choirs in a celebration of music and community
Lilydale Star MailThe musical prowess of some of the Yarra Ranges’ most established choirs will be on show at the end of this month as they come…
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Come and enjoy local drinks at Healesville Sanctuary
Mountain Views Star MailHealesville Sanctuary’s beautiful bushland setting transforms into a festive atmosphere for just one weekend of the year. The local zoo is collaborating with 22 Yarra…
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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…
More News
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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…