Yarra Junction Link sessions postponed

In line with the Yarra Ranges Council Coronavirus COVID-19 guidelines/protocols, until further notice my usual Monday morning open door sessions at the Yarra Junction Link are postponed. .....
Please don't hesitate to contact me via :
Phone: 03 92946800 or 0408079227
Email: crjimchild@yarraranges.vic.gov.au
Please stay safe and observe the Coronavirus COVID-19 guidelines/protocols.
https://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Council/Latest-news/Coronavirus-COVID-19-updates

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Business as usual in the Warburton Valley

Wow !!!!! A must to visit, a fantastic experience with great platers cheese & wine. .... Thank you so much Taste Yarra Valley, Wild Fire Wines & #MillGroveDairy
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Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

Yarra Ranges Councill is currently assessing the situation regarding COVID-19. As a result we've decided to postpone all council-run events for four weeks as of Friday 13 March 2020 - all other council services are running as usual however this is likely to change. Please stay tuned to Council's website (https://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au) for up-to-date information.
Visit the DHHS website for COVID-19 information: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

Annual Warburton RSL Sub-Branch President's Dinner - A must attend event.

Tonight's guest speaker was local Ms Angela Monahan Lieutenant Commander RAN Retired, 17 year career with the Royal Australian Navy now Empowerment Coach (Angela Monahan - Empowerment Coach).
Such an inspiring speaker, Angela spoke of her RAN career and the challenges of a senior female commissioned officer and her aspirations for the future. .... A lengthy Q&A session followed which was greatly appreciated by all present.

Thank you Wayne Morgan, Warburton RSL Sub-Branch President and the Sub-Branch Team for a wonderful night.
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Warburton Trail Fest 2020

Check out last weekend's “Warburton Trail Fest 2020”

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Fire Danger Period ending in Yarra Ranges

The Fire Danger Period will end at 1am on Tuesday, 10 March in the Yarra Ranges, following an announcement from the CFA.

The lifting of fire restrictions will mean that residents in bushland and rural areas of Yarra Ranges will be allowed to burn off excess vegetation, provided they meet the conditions for their area listed on the Council website.

Burning off is prohibited in urban areas of Yarra Ranges year-round, with exceptions for chimineas and fire pits used for personal warmth and comfort.

Burning off is prohibited during the months of June and July for residents in bushland areas.

Yarra Ranges Mayor, Richard Higgins, said it was important that residents check conditions before burning off and notify the CFA of their burn.

“The Fire Danger Period’s beginning and end is declared by the CFA, using local information about moisture levels and fire risk, but even when the danger period is ending, residents still need to be very conscious of burning off and how to do so safely,” Cr Higgins said.

 “Anyone burning off after the danger period is over must check the rules about burning off on the Council website after 10 March and landowners can register their burn-off with the Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority (ESTA) by calling 1800 668 511 or emailing burnoffs@esta.vic.gov.au

“If you’re looking to dispose of excess vegetation, other than burning off, residents can access Council’s green waste bins, or dispose of green waste at their local waste transfer station for a fee.”

 “I would like to remind residents that until the Fire Danger Period is over at 1am on 10 March, it is still illegal to burn off in Yarra Ranges,” Cr Higgins said.

“Burning off during the Fire Danger Period could result in prosecution and emergency services time being wasted, so please be mindful of others and follow the local burning off rules listed at yarraranges.vic.gov.au/burningoff”

To read more about the Fire Danger Period and Total Fire Bans, visit cfa.vic.gov.au

For more information about burning off safely, including rules for burning off in bushland and rural areas, visit Council's burning off page.

Warburton Hospital and Warburton Health Resort Site

As many are aware the old Warburton Hospital and Warburton Health Resort Site is for sale via an expression of interest process.
Council is keen to support redevelopment of this site in line with the requirements of the planning scheme and over the past week have had preliminary discussions with the owner and selling agent.
Please direct inquires to Yarra Ranges Council point of contact:
Ms Kate Harris
Business Investment Officer
03 9294 6193
k.harris@yarraranges.vic.gov.au

Council Meeting

Yarra Ranges Council Meeting Tuesday 10th March 7pm at Council Chamber, Civic Centre, Anderson Street, Lilydale.

Members of the public are more than welcome to attend.

Items for resolution.

. Yarra Ranges Tourism Partnership

. Planning Application YR-2018/1121 - 26 Albert Hill Road, Lilydale

. Amendment C176 - Holloway Road, Wonga Park: Consideration of Panel Report and Abandonment of Amendment

. CT6023 - Debt Recovery Services.

. Yarra Junction Recreation Reserve Master Plan.

. Seville Recreation Reserve and Montrose Recreation Reserve Master Plans.

. Council Budget Allocation For Successful Growing Suburbs Fund Projects.

. Montrose Football Netball Club Light Program Loan Guarantor Extension.

Also:

. Items raised through the Chair

. Reports from delegates

Agenda https://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Council/Council-meetings/Minutes-and-agendas