Upper Yarra Star Mail

  • Sanders maintains Dakar lead but Schrareina threatens

    Sanders maintains Dakar lead but Schrareina threatens

    Even when riding for a week with a broken collarbone Tosha Schareina pushed Daniel Sanders hard in last year’s Dakar Rally, finishing second, less than…

  • Warby Bike Park closed today

    Warby Bike Park closed today

    Due to extreme fire danger rating, the Warburton Bike Park is closed today, Wednesday 7 January. The park will reopen when the fire danger eases.…

  • Optus outage in Warburton

    Optus outage in Warburton

    Upper Yarra residents in Yarra Junction, Wesburn, Millgrove and Warburton may experience mobile service issues if they’re with Optus. Optus reported one of its towers…

  • Warburton Water World closed today

    Warburton Water World closed today

    Warburton Water World has announced it will be closed today, Wednesday 7 January, due to an extreme fire danger rating and a total fire ban.…

  • Lots in the pipeline

    Lots in the pipeline

    Following on from the successes of the previous round of Pennant games, the Warburton Bowls Club was challenged with the unavailability of several players mainly…

  • A horsey Christmas wrap-up

    A horsey Christmas wrap-up

    The Yarra Ranges Pony Club finished up for 2025, with their much loved Christmas Rally on Sunday 18 December with thanks to Wesburn/Millgrove CFA for…

  • Bowling into 2026

    Bowling into 2026

    Yarra Junction bowls report for the last game pre Christmas. The Yarra Junction Eagles’ midweek side welcomed top of the ladder side Eastwood Golf to…

  • Seeking sixes in 2026

    Seeking sixes in 2026

    First XI Heading out to Warranwood for Lusatia’s First XI, it was a tough day for both teams with the bat. Many starts for us…

  • A little slice of history

    A little slice of history

    Take a drive to Wandin and discover the beautiful property that is Mont De Lancey. Here you will find the story of the pioneer settlers…

  • Relax, enjoy at hidden gem

    Relax, enjoy at hidden gem

    The Red Relish Cafe, located in Yarra Junction, is a hidden gem that offers visitors an exceptional dining experience. The cafe’s owner, Sue, has created…

  • Most scenic place to play

    Most scenic place to play

    Warburton Golf Club is the jewel in the crown of the picturesque Yarra Valley, approximately 70km east of Melbourne. Cut into the side of beautiful…

  • A sense of serenity among the lavender

    A sense of serenity among the lavender

    Just an hour from the Melbourne CBD, Warratina Lavender Farm is the perfect countryside escape for those seeking beauty, tranquillity, and a touch of charm.…