Hard rubbish and bundled branches - We want to hear from you! Published on 02 June 2026 Council is reviewing its hard rubbish and bundled branch collection service, and we want to hear from you.The review is part of Council’s commitment to continuous improvement and ensuring the service continues to meet community needs. Take a short survey and help shape the future of these important services. Tagged as: , Waste
Selby Community House to reopen Published on 02 June 2026 Council will begin works to repair and revitalise the Selby Community House building this month, with services expected to progressively return to the building from spring. Tagged as: , Council announcements
Mooroolbark Library repair works to start Published on 29 May 2026 Council will begin works to repair and improve the Mooroolbark Library building next week, with limited library services temporarily relocated to Mooroolbark Community Centre while building works are carried out.The library building and public toilet, at Station Street, Mooroolbark will close on Friday 5 June at 5.30pm and reopen on Friday 12 June at the Mooroolbark Community Centre. Tagged as: , Building works, Libraries
Host an event and join the celebration! Published on 29 May 2026 Yarra Ranges Council is inviting community groups, clubs and organisations to host a variety of free or low-cost events as part of this year's Over 50’s Festival, which runs from 1 – 31 October 2026. The local events will complement the statewide Seniors Festival, a vibrant celebration of connection, joy and vitality, that runs throughout October each year. Tagged as: , Over 50's
Help create a Place Plan for Mooroolbark Published on 28 May 2026 Community members are invited to help create a Place Plan for Mooroolbark guiding the future of the town centre. Tagged as: , Community consultation
Young voices, mighty ideas Published on 27 May 2026 Students from four Upper Yarra primary schools are driving positive change through Change Squad, a new pilot program helping young Yarra Ranges voices turn ideas into action. Tagged as: , Youth
New wetland works to protect platypus habitat and community Published on 26 May 2026 A new wetland area in Belgrave will be created to help prevent stormwater erosion, habitat destruction and localised flooding, thanks to a partnership between Council, the State Government, Melbourne Water and University of Melbourne. Tagged as: , Environment
Healesville ranks #57 in Australian Traveller's 100 Best Towns Published on 15 May 2026 Healesville has been recognised as one of the 100 Best Towns to Visit in Australia by a panel of judges for Australian Traveller magazine. The charming Yarra Ranges township placed fifth in the ‘Emerging’ category and came in 57th overall. Tagged as: , Tourism
State Government funding for Upper Yarra micro-abattoir Published on 14 May 2026 Council is supporting a proposal to establish a micro-abattoir for local farmers and businesses, thanks to funding from the State Government. Tagged as: , Advocacy