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For all press and media enquiries, please contact Joanne Hammond.

Email: j.hammond@yarraranges.vic.gov.au

Phone: 0499 336 916

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Latest news

Stormwater Community Panel Endorsed

Council endorsed the new Stormwater Community Reference Panel at the meeting held on Tuesday 11 February.

State first to improve planning process for community

Council has begun utilising myLot, an AI-powered self-service planning enquiry tool, to help residents find out if they need a planning permit for their upcoming project.

Repower Festival

On Sunday, March 23rd, Monbulk will host the first year of the Repower Festival, a vibrant celebration centered on sustainability, electrification, and community resilience. This family-friendly event promises a day filled with fun, live music, children’s activities, and learning opportunities for everyone.

Water tank art project completed in Gladysdale

Secondary school students have helped to bring an artist’s piece to life in Gladysdale, as part of Council’s Water Tank Art project.

Solar and battery Upgrade enhances Steels Creek Community Centre

Yarra Ranges Council has been working community members in Steels Creek to enhance resilience in the face of power outages and disasters.

Phone surveys being conducted locally

Council would like to inform the community that from 28 January until mid-March, households in the region may receive survey calls from National Field Services, an independent market research agency.

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