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Eight years and counting: Yarra Valley cycling trail’s uphill battle towards completion

Yarra Ranges Council is calling for another investment on top of more than $13 million already committed.

Yarra Ranges

🟠 Is our public transport heat-resistant?

Also including: A father and daughter who have carved out their own spaces in the local music industry

Condemned to car dependence? Experts call for a climate-resilient public transport network instead of more roads

As extreme heat conditions continue to worsen, how are Melbourne’s rail and tram systems making steps to prevent delays and health impacts?

Climate

WATCH: Father and daughter bond over their love of music

Balwyn-based father and daughter Chris and Aimee Maric spoke with us recently about how the music industry has changed over the years, including a shift towards artists going fully independent.

Profiles

🟠 Crater chaos and a refresh for drinking rooms

Also including: Eastern Freeway closures set to cause 90-minute travel delays this weekend

WATCH: Massive sinkhole opens up near tunnelling works

Victoria Police have since cordoned off the affected area, with locals advised to avoid it until further notice.

Local News

Doncaster bridge demolition set to cause 90-minute delays in early January

Planning on using the Eastern Freeway over the next week or so? Here’s how to avoid upcoming closures.

Manningham

Platform pints to community hub: Lilydale station’s historic drinking rooms set for a refresh

Years after the last drinks were called, plans for the heritage-listed property include a new look and providing social connection.

Yarra Ranges

Ever fancied becoming a housing developer? An $18 million Wantirna block could be your way in

A previous approval for 126 dwellings, granted by VCAT, has lapsed.

Knox