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Planning

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Events

Yoga @ Yarra Centre

01 April 2025

Join us for yoga at the Yarra Centre.

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

01 April 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

01 April 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.
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Council meetings

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Venues for hire

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Students meet for Youth Summit

Published on 31 March 2025

Yarra Ranges school students posed questions and reflected on the future at Council’s youth summit hosted in Lilydale on Thursday, 20 March.

Is our Draft Budget on track?

Published on 26 March 2025

The community are invited to provide feedback on Council’s proposed 2025-26 Draft Budget, which continues to prioritise essential services, including a $3.92 million allocation for drainage improvements.

Media Statement: CCTV networks in Yarra Ranges

Published on 26 March 2025

A statement from CEO Tammi Rose, regarding public commentary about CCTV cameras in the Yarra Ranges.

Council Upgrades Wandin North Pavilion with Solar and Battery System

Published on 24 March 2025

Yarra Ranges Council has installed a new solar and battery system at Wandin North Pavilion to enhance energy resilience, as part of the federally funded Preparing Australian Communities Grant.
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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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