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And they are seeing you: Meeting the gaze of an alive world

14 March 2025

How might we cultivate deeper, more respectful and loving relationships with the animate world? This  exhibition includes photography, writing, and mixed visual arts created from a community exploring this question together. Practical techniques of profound and intimate connection with nature will be shared via a program of workshops and events.

Beyond Adornment

14 March 2025

A curated exhibition of works by four contemporary local makers that challenge prescribed ideas of adornment. Offering a new vision of femininity that celebrates strength, resilience, and empowerment.

And They Are Seeing You Workshops

14 March 2025

To coincide with Dr Maya Ward’s latest exhibition “And They Are Seeing You: Meeting the Gaze of an Alive World” at Arts Centre Warburton, there are a range of workshops available to participate in. Learn practical techniques to unlock creativity through sensory experiences and mixed art forms.
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Learn more about the reopening of the Public Gallery from the 11 July 2023 by reading our statement.

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Grant to help reduce costs at Monbulk Pool

Published on 12 March 2025

Council has received a grant of $1.9 million to transition the Monbulk Aquatic Centre away from gas, to save the community money in the long-term.

New places to play!

Published on 11 March 2025

New playspaces have opened across the region, with State Government representatives travelling out to celebrate renewed and upgraded spaces.

Lilydale Rd, alteration works

Published on 06 March 2025

Minor alterations are now taking place on Lilydale Rd including removing three parking bays, relocating three trees, re-line marking the bays to increase the width and rounding the corners of the remaining tree bays.

Draft Disability Action Plan open for feedback

Published on 06 March 2025

Yarra Ranges Council has endorsed the Draft Disability Action Plan 2025 – 2029 (DAP) for the second phase of community consultation.
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Ridges and Rivers

Warburton Mountain Bike Destination

An initiative of Yarra Ranges Council, which will deliver an accessible and sustainable world-class

Yarra Valley Trail

An immersive visitor experience that connects you with food, wine, culture and scenery of the Yarra

ngurrak barring | Ridgewalk

39 kilometre walking track through the Dandenong Ranges

Other highlights

Shaping Yarra Ranges

Our Creative Community

Yarra Ranges Local Plant Directory

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