Yarra Ranges Council Citizenship Ceremony

Indeed my pleasure to join my fellow Councillors to officiate at tonight'sYarra Ranges Council Citizenship Ceremony. A big congratulations and welcome to our seventy one new Australian Citizens. ....
With YRC Mayor Tony Stevenson, Deputy Mayor Richard Higgins,Bridget Vallence MP - Member for Evelyn, Cr Noel Cliff & Cr Len CoxOAM. A big congratulations and welcome to our seventy one new Australian Citizens. ....
With YRC Mayor Tony Stevenson, Deputy Mayor Richard Higgins,Bridget Vallence MP - Member for Evelyn, Cr Noel Cliff & Cr Len CoxOAM.

Casey Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Awards.

Check your mail box. .....
Tony Smith MP 2019 Casey Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Awards.
Nominations now open. 
An amazing initiative to recognise, reward and encourage careers in local trades and small business.
Nomination form available online @ https://www.tonysmithmp.com/media-items/local-updates/item/924-2019-casey-apprenticeship-trainee-of-the-year-awards-nominations-now-open?fbclid=IwAR2uAK7XoObYNZtfrbBvWrwMFyUTrRu3tUS7uIKY9LLf-I5jETzu3OxGvOc
Yarra Ranges Council Yarra Ranges Business

RED JOAN

At the Arts Centre, Warburton - Red Joan. .... 
Joan Stanley is a widow living out a quiet retirement in the suburbs when, shockingly, the British Secret Service places her under arrest. Cast - Judi Dench, Sophie Cookson & Stephen Campbell Moore. Showing till Wed 28th Aug, check times and book at:http://ach.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Whats_On/Red_Joan…
Yarra Ranges Council Visit Warburton - The Waterwheel CEDA - Warburton Valley I lived in Warburton, Victoria, Australia. Little Yarra Valley Neighbourhood Yarra Junction Lives WHYLD Community Group#millgroveresidentsactiongroup 

Recycling as usual in the Yarra Ranges. ....

I urge all residents to continue recycling, following recent media reports of recycling provider SKM closure.
Why is Yarra Ranges Council recycling collection unaffected?
Visy, Council's recycling provider, is one of the largest recycling companies in Australia, and have their own markets for recycled material.

Warburton Community Recreation Precinct.

Serious works commenced today on the Yarra Ranges Council Warburton Community Recreation Precinct. .....
Construction has begin on the new water play park and playground in Warburton, following tenders being awarded for the Warburton Community Recreation Precinct. 
The project will result in Warburton’s dilapidated pool being turned into a water play park, play-space and recreation area for people of all ages.  There will be Picnic facilities as well as the lawn area which can be used as a space to spread a rug or kick a ball as well as a space for events.
Warburton Advancement League Visit Warburton - The Waterwheel

Logging protest taking place today in Kinglake.

Victoria Police is aware of a planned logging protest taking place today in Kinglake.
Victoria Police respects the rights of the community to express their views and opinions in a safe and lawful manner, but will not tolerate people breaking the law.
Yarra Ranges Council Yarra Ranges Business Victorian Association of Forest Industries Eyewatch - Yarra Ranges Police Service Area Brad Meyer

Warburton and Yarra Junction Community Bank® Branches Calendar Competition Exhibition.

Warburton and Yarra Junction Community Bank Branches Bendigo Bank Calendar Competition Exhibition.
Amazing photographs submitted by our local community, drop in and have a look, and cast your vote for People's Choice too!
ONLINE VOTING - http://upperyarra.net.au/photo-contest2/#pg-image-1
Yarra Ranges Council Yarra Ranges Business

When can I burn off in the Yarra Ranges?

Burning off restrictions will differ depending on what category your property is in. Check your property category & What can I do? @
https://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Property/Fire-emergencies/Burning-Off?fbclid=IwAR36EjcHxFOiQtUHFsiuWineGh8-vO_3Nog4aOfqs7iu9r9aNAN4h0zAnAE
Yarra Ranges Council Yarra Ranges Business

Free parent info session

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦📣Join our free parent info session covering sleep health for wellbeing and learning on Thursday 25 July at Millwarra Primary School in Millgrove.

Sleep health educator Sue Cranage presents take home tips and strategies for better sleep habits for children and parents.

Discover how sleep impacts learning, behaviour and daytime function.

ℹ️ What's on:
3:30 - 5:15 pm: Fun activities for kids of all ages
4:00 - 5:15 pm: Parent info session
5:15 - 6:00 pm: Dinner

❗️ Free dinner, limited places, registrations essential.

For more info and to register please contact Elisa Stannard📧e.stannard@yarraranges.vic.gov.au☎️0427 178 784

Are You Confused About NBN?

Do You Know About Cyber Security? Go along to one of the free information sessions listed below and find out what you need to know. Call 1300 835 235 to book.

https://jimchild.blogspot.com/2019/07/are-you-confused-about-nbn.html

Yarra Ranges Council Meeting Tuesday 23rd July.

Yarra Ranges Council Meeting Tuesday 23/07 7pm at Council Chamber, Civic Centre, Anderson Street, Lilydale.
Members of the public are more than welcome to attend.
Items for resolution. .........
. Planning Application YR - 2018/1120 - Unit 1/91-111 Brice Avenue, Mooroolbark.
. Planning Scheme Amendment C176 (proposed rezoning and residential subdivision at Lot 3 Holloway Road, Wonga Park) - Consideration of Submissions. 
. Healesville Structure Plan - Action Plan Progress Report 2019.
. Residential Design Guidelines for Villa Units and Townhouse Developments.
. Councillor Expenditure Policy - Reimbursement of Expenses for Cr McAllister.
. Ribbons of Green Program 10 Year Evaluation.
. CT5854 - Provision of Cleaning Services - Tender Evaluation Report.
. Local Government Renewable Power Purchase Agreement.
Also:
. Items raised through the Chair.
. Reports from delegates. 
Agenda: https://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Lists/Minutes-Agendas/23-July-2019-Council-Meeting?agenda

Warburton RSL 74th Charter Luncheon

Pleasure to attend the 74th Charter Luncheon of the Warburton RSL Sub-Branch. Many thanks to guest speaker Thom Baselier who gave a very informative talk of the Dutch Resistance during World War 2. Thank you Wayne Morgan (President) and members of the Warburton RSL Sub-Branch for your kind invitation.

Walhalla - Telstra Mobile 4G Tower switched on

Congratulations Walhalla. A strong digital platform across the Shires of Baw Baw and Yarra Ranges benefits us all, residents, business and tourists alike.. Like Baw Baw Shire Council, Yarra Ranges Council also thanks the Federal Government's Black Spot Program, Tony Smith MP & Russell Broadbent MP 👏👏👏. ...

'You Can’t ask that – Disability'

I was pleased to attend Yarra Ranges Council 'You Can’t ask that – Disability' panel session last Wednesday.The session covered the questions people feel uncomfortable asking with humour and respect.
There were 50 attendees who all indicated a big shift (including myself) in their understanding of disability and the barriers to inclusion after attending the event. A big thank you to Council's Diversity & Inclusion Steering Committee. 👏👏

Yarra Junction CEDA Forum

Last night I attended the Community Economic Development Association (CEDA) Warburton Valley Forum. Thank you so much to the Live Well-Be Well, at the Yarra Valley Living Centre CEO Barry Money, Jodi Hobbs, Tracey Lyndon, Judy Ryan and staff for being such wonderful hosts. Great networking and a pleasure to meet so many passionate business operators and community members. A big thank you to CEDA's Michael Hibbert, Phil & Megan Wallens for making everyone so welcome.
Thank you to Yarra Ranges Council Yarra Ranges Business Kate Harris for coming along tonight.
Learn more about CEDA @ https://www.visitwarburton.com.au/ceda
#cedawarburtonvalley