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Showcasing the emerging artists of the Yarra Ranges

After the challenges of completing VCE, these students are displaying their hard work for the community to enjoy. Engage with a diverse range of...

Aggravated burglary in Wantirna

Police are on the hunt for a man, following an alleged aggravated burglary in Wantirna, Thursday 11 April. Investigators were informed an unknown man entered...

Over 24,000 driving infringements issued in a single year

New Victoria Police analysis shows thousands of motorists throughout the state are failing to heed the very basics of driving. More than 24,000 infringements were...

Monbulk footballers beaten in 10 Minute Blitz while netballers won four out of five

Football Seniors The Monbulk Football Netball Club began their 2024 campaign under new coach Matt Cunningham on Saturday with a trip to Upwey. These teams had...

Bombers ready for the big time

Coach: Sein Clearihan. Captain: Jake Pedder. 2023: 1st (16-2). Premiers of Division One. Ins: Stephen Kepahnki (South Belgrave), Ewan Wadsworth (Yarra Junction), Sean Derksen (Montrose), Anthony Fischer...

Para-triathlon gold medalist national championship inspires community

Often it can be difficult to find activities, social groups, and sports for young people with disabilities, but Bradley McMeeken has stunned everyone with...

Gembrook slays dart league giants

Two fantastic contests provided the highlights of round five of the South West Gippsland Dart League with Gembrook and Generals scraping in by the...

Bombers bring back Clearihan as Brookers rivalry reignites

2023 Outer East Football Netball Division One premiership winning coach Sein Clearihan is excited to be leading Emerald into battle as the club takes...

A clash no more as women to don new jumper

For the first time since their establishment, the Mount Evelyn Football Club’s women’s team will have their own clash jumper to don thanks to...

Changing the perception of insects through quilting

Menzies Creek crafter Bree Thomas has been an “artsy” person for as long as she can remember. Growing up she watched her mother knit, crochet...

Dynamic duo shine at Lyrebird Awards

A young talented comedy performer and director/actor turned choreographer have both won in their respective categories at the Lyrebird Awards in March. Representing the...

Suzannne Phoenix’s 2024 International Women’s Day project returns

An acclaimed Millgrove photographer has returned with her 13th annual international Women's Day exhibition featuring portraits of 26 inspiring women. Made up of raw black-and-white...

Plant Expo at Sassafras

The Ferny Creek Horticultural Society (FCHS) is holding a Mini Plant Expo on Thursday 14 March. The 18th Annual Plant Collector’s Expo was scheduled for...

A free wardrobe exchange for children in April

Cardinia Shire Council has partnered with The Clothing Exchange to allow parents and guardians the opportunity to exchange their children's' toys and clothing for...

The Road to Patagonia

Born and raised in Harkaway, filmmaker Matty Hannon’s new release ‘The Road to Patagonia’ is set to hit the Cameo cinema in Belgrave on...

Kallista Village celebrates first birthday

A year ago a new township group was formed, Kallista Village Inc, to be a voice for those who live, work and play in...

Have fun with Emerald Community House

Emerald Community House (ECH) puts meaning into being 'the place where connections are made and opportunities realised.' ECH has been investing in community resilience...

Emerald Glades crowned ‘Home of the Year’ for fourth year running

For an unprecedented fourth year in succession, local residential aged care home Emerald Glades has won the Lifeview Home of the Year award. The innovative...

Monbulk & District Community Enterprises Limited certified as a Social Traders Social Enterprise

Monbulk & District Community Enterprises Limited, the owner of the franchise for Community Bank Monbulk & District has recently been certified as a Social...

Have you considered a career as a Support Worker?

Local nurse Chris Dawson found himself tired of working in a sterile hospital setting and, following several years working in the in-home care sector,...

Unveiling the future of hearing

At Hearsmart Hearing Solutions, we are elated to announce the much-anticipated launch of Genesis AI hearing aids from Starkey. This groundbreaking technology marks a...

VCAT backs Council’s decision to refuse application for certificate of compliance

Belgrave resident Viet Hieu Nguyen has had his appeal refused by VCAT to establish the land he owns at 56 and 56A Courtneys Road,...

Notable rise in pet registration

Fees for pet ownership have been raised significantly since the last financial year and Yarra Ranges residents recently questioned the council over the changes. Pet...

Yarra Ranges Council approve new Aquatic and Leisure Strategy

Yarra Ranges councillors have endorsed the next step for the region’s aquatic and leisure facilities at the Tuesday 9 April Council meeting. Community consultation outcomes...

The Y nomination closing soon

There’s less than three weeks to go before nominations for the inaugural Y Victorian Mother of the Year award close. The Y Victoria initiative...

Employment expansion for Victorian veterans

With its target to employ 1500 veterans met a year ahead of schedule, the State Government is now helping more veterans transition to civilian...

Mercedes Benz recalls over 7000 cars due to vehicle fire risk

Mercedes Benz has recalled 7429 GLE and GLS vehicles with a year range of 2019 to 2022 due to a defect that could cause...

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Showcasing the emerging artists of the Yarra Ranges

After the challenges of completing VCE, these students are displaying their hard work for the community to enjoy. Engage with a diverse range of...