Help shape the future of the Wandin East Sports Hall Published on 11 September 2019 Yarra Ranges Council is inviting the community to help shape the future of the Wandin East Sports Hall and its potential development, following a feasibility study run earlier this year. Tagged as: , Community consultation
Council accelerates its commitment to act on climate change Published on 10 September 2019 Yarra Ranges Council has reaffirmed its commitment to taking action on climate change by supporting, at tonight’s public Council meeting, a report and motion recognising we face a global climate emergency, requiring urgent action by all levels of government. Tagged as: , Environment
Victorian Government rating system review Published on 10 September 2019 The Victorian Government is running a review of the Local Government Rating System, and all residents are invited to share their thoughts and feedback. Tagged as: , Rates
Update on Locavore mural Published on 04 September 2019 Council received an application last year for retrospective planning approval for works to paint a facade, mural on the external wall and advertising signage for a cafe in Lilydale. Tagged as: , Planning
New lake lighting improve safety Published on 03 September 2019 New lighting installed at Lillydale Lake will make it easier for nighttime visitors to get around and stay visible. Tagged as: , Leisure
Urgent action needed to address homelessness in Yarra Ranges Published on 02 September 2019 Earlier this year, following on advice from the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) Council confirmed that organisations offering temporary or permanent accommodation for homeless people would be required to obtain relevant occupancy permits to ensure buildings are safe for that use. Tagged as: , Advocacy
Council says thanks for Meals on Wheels Published on 28 August 2019 Yarra Ranges Council would like to publicly recognise and thank more than 100 volunteers who work all year round to help isolated, aged and frail residents across the Yarra Ranges. Tagged as: , Message from the Mayor
Preschool powering ahead with solar panels Published on 26 August 2019 Yarra Glen Preschool is now offsetting its daytime power use, thanks to a solar panel installation funded by community-based solar group Yarra Glenergy. Tagged as: , Environment
Families, friendships and plants to grow together at new event Published on 26 August 2019 Council is inviting families with new additions to meet new friends and learn about what services are close to home, while improving the world around them, at the first Growing Together Tree Planting Day. Tagged as: , Children