Upper Yarra Star Mail
-
Support for First Nations tourism
The Victorian Government has launched a new program to further support First Nation’s businesses in the tourism sector. Tourism, sport and major events acting minister…
-
CFA warns of recalled fire prone products
The CFA has issued a warning about recent products which were recalled for posing a fire risk. The CFA issued the warning in a Facebook…
-
Get crafty at craftopia
Koha Community Cafe is hosting a day full of arts and crafts on Saturday 26 July – the perfect way to spend a winter afternoon.…
-
Celebrate national tree day this July
Celebrate National Tree Day this July at one of Yarra Ranges Council’s upcoming planting days. Taking place at various locations around the shire, participants will…
-
Extra snow to hit Mount Donna Buang this weekend
After a decent amount of snowfall on Wednesday 9 July and Thursday 10 July, Mount Donna Buang will get a slight sprinkling of snow on…
-
Improved farm water calculator now available
Farmers in the Yarra Ranges will have an easier time managing their farm water supplies, after Agriculture Victoria’s online farm water calculator was upgraded to…
-
Part of Yarra Junction’s history donated
A slice of Yarra Junction’s history was donated to the Upper Yarra Museum by a long time descendant. The donation was a silver tea service…
-
‘Brazen’ illegal dumping slammed by Warby resident
An East Warburton resident reported a “disgraceful” act of illegal dumping on Tuesday 8 July which disrupted a public bus service. Donna McIntosh was driving…
-
Historic Dee Slip Bridge slotted for repairs in spring
Works to restore the historic Dee Slip Bridge in Millgrove were announced on 9 July after four long years of closure due to disrepair. Expected…
-
Local woodworkers help conservation of endangered species
A local woodworking group have crafted a number of trap and carry boxes to assist in the conservation of critically endangered Helmeted Honeyeater populations in…
-
The ‘Hardest Share’ that could save lives
The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) have today launched a powerful new initiative highlighting the profound and lasting impact of road trauma. The Hardest Share calls…
-
Yarra Ranges Council endorses renewed Disability Action Plan
The Yarra Ranges Council endorsed its Disability Action Plan 2025-2029 at the 8 July council meeting, consolidating its approach to accessibility and inclusivity for the…













