Upper Yarra Star Mail
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A dream come true
After more than 25 years working in hospitality, owner Michele McKenzie finally took the plunge and opened her own café — a dream long in…
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Vibrant and joyful
Cicely is a vibrant destination filled with a colourful collection of apparel, homewares, gifts, and art. The store is owned by local creative Lani Waterson,…
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Crafted to perfection in Yarra Glen
For over 30 years, the Yarra Glen Racecourse Market has been a favourite weekend tradition for locals and visitors alike. Nestled in the rolling hills…
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Scholarships available for keen VCE finishers
Students who’ve just received their VCE results are encouraged to apply for the Upper Yarra Community Enterprise’s Scholarship Program. Applications are now open and they…
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A spring, summer escape
As the cool mist of winter gives way to warm sunshine, Rochford Winery comes alive in the vibrant energy of spring and summer. The vineyard…
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Road works at Woori Yallock
Woori Yallock locals have been advised that road works at Schoolhouse Road, Woori Yallock may cause delays. The works take place on Monday 12 to…
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Mayor looks back over 2025
I hope that this column finds you all ready to take some time to relax over the holiday break. We’ve had a big year as…
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Cartoon: Social media ban
Cartoonist Danny Zemp wonders, “What about the poor and lonely phones?” after the Federal Government’s social media ban for those 16 and under. Read more
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Best films of 2025
Twin films – when different studios make similar films at around the same time (think Antz and A Bug’s Life, or Deep Impact and Armageddon)…
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RSPCA’s top tips to keep your pet safe this Christmas
RSPCA Victoria has shared the best ways to keep your pet safe this holiday season and avoid common Christmas dangers. During the festive season, RSPCA…
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Sunburn posing painful threat to Victorian’s health
Records released recently reveal the true scale of Victorians requiring emergency assistance for sunburn every year for the past 20 years, according to government records.…
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Additional charges for Alpine Hotel manager who sexually assaulted 17-year-old
An ex-hotel manager at the Alpine Hotel supplied a teen with alcohol before sexually assaulting her, the County Court has heard. 35-year-old James Stewart pleaded…
