Visitor Paid Parking Pilot Project Coming to Warburton Published on 26 February 2025 The rates for the Visitor Paid Parking Pilot Project in Warburton were agreed at last night’s Council meeting. Visitor Paid Parking is due to start from 3 May 2025 - residents permits are available from 17 March. Tagged as: , Tourism
Rural Advisory Committee seeking new members Published on 24 February 2025 The Yarra Ranges Rural Advisory Committee (RAC) is seeking new members to contribute to shaping the future of agriculture in the region. Since its establishment in 2016, the committee has played a key role in representing local farmers and advising Council on rural issues. Tagged as: , Community consultation
Stormwater Community Panel Endorsed Published on 20 February 2025 Council endorsed the new Stormwater Community Reference Panel at the meeting held on Tuesday 11 February. Tagged as: , Drainage
State first to improve planning process for community Published on 18 February 2025 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. Tagged as: , Council announcements
Repower Festival Published on 14 February 2025 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. Tagged as: , Environment
Looking After Yarra Ranges: January Minor Works Published on 12 February 2025 Find out what has recently been done in your ward! Tagged as: , Building works
Water tank art project completed in Gladysdale Published on 31 January 2025 Secondary school students have helped to bring an artist’s piece to life in Gladysdale, as part of Council’s Water Tank Art project. Tagged as: , Arts and culture
Solar and battery Upgrade enhances Steels Creek Community Centre Published on 30 January 2025 Yarra Ranges Council has been working community members in Steels Creek to enhance resilience in the face of power outages and disasters. Tagged as: , Building works
Australia Day 2025 Community Awards recognise outstanding locals Published on 26 January 2025 Locals with collective decades of experience helping others have been awarded for their passion and commitment, as part of Council’s Community Awards handed out on Australia Day. Tagged as: , Festivals and celebrations