Queensland Fruit Fly detected in the Yarra Ranges Published on 14 March 2023 Precautionary measures to reduce the risk of Queensland Fruit Fly spread in the Yarra Valley are being undertaken after a confirmed detection in the region. Tagged as: , Environment
First publicly-owned electric vehicle charger opened in Yarra Glen Published on 03 March 2023 A partnership between Yarra Glenergy, the State Government and Council has resulted in the first public electric vehicle (EV) charger in Yarra Ranges. Tagged as: , Environment
Experience the ngurrak barring trail Published on 24 January 2023 A concert, installation and walking performance will give the community a preview of the ngurrak barring (Ridgewalk) project and how it will be used to inspire and incubate art in the future. Tagged as: , Council announcements, Environment
Celebrating one year of VECO Published on 16 January 2023 Yarra Ranges Council is one of 51 Victorian local governments to have slashed their energy bills and reduced emissions through the Victorian Energy Collaboration (VECO), a joint renewable electricity contract. Tagged as: , Environment
Have your say on microgrids in Monbulk Published on 12 January 2023 Community members are encouraged to take part in a feasibility study about microgrids in Monbulk, to improve disaster preparedness and resilience. Tagged as: , Environment
Celebrate Biodiversity Month by joining our Biodiversity Blitz Published on 01 September 2021 Celebrate Biodiversity Month this September by helping us showcase the amazing flora and fauna in the Yarra Ranges!Join our Biodiversity Blitz by uploading photos of plants and wildlife to iNaturalist, where your pictures will help scientists to better understand and protect nature. Tagged as: , Environment
Recruitment opens for Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee Published on 30 July 2021 Are you passionate about environmental sustainability? We're looking for volunteers to join our Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee. The committee will provide advice around how Council can best manage the natural environment in the Yarra Ranges. Find out more and apply. Tagged as: , Environment
Weed control webinars Published on 28 June 2021 Yarra Ranges Council is running a series of webinars and in-person events this year to educate the community about weeds, their impact on the environment and ways to remove them. Tagged as: , Environment
Mount Evelyn Water Treatment Plant Published on 25 June 2021 Melbourne Water is planning on constructing a new water treatment plant (WTP) on a strip of pipe track in Mount Evelyn near Tramway Road. This plant will provide support for the Silvan Water Treatment Plant that processes around 50% of Melbourne’s drinking water. Tagged as: , Environment, Health and wellbeing