Renowned landscape artist, Phillip Johnson, will be presenting a special session at the Steels Creek Community Centre on July 11 at 9:30am. Now, working alongside some of Australia’s leading developers, architects and government departments, Phillip Johnson Landscapes has been ‘recreating habitats’ for more than 20 years. Phillip’s designs have focused on the creation of beautiful […]
Explore the Inspirational world of artists in the Yarra Valley! In Spring 2017 art-lovers can immerse themselves over three weekends of artist studio visits in the beautiful Yarra Valley in Victoria. Connect with artists, be inspired, feel the artworks speak to you, while exploring parts of the Yarra Valley you may not be familiar with. […]
This notice is to inform community members that the ST ANDREWS – FLORA CR planned burn, located on public land at ST ANDREWS (MELWAYS 394 G12) may be ignited at any time within the next 10 days. Please note that this burn will only be ignited if conditions are suitable. The burn may be postponed […]
We forgot the camera so just imagine the scene – 25 lively, loquacious locals seated at a long table enjoying fine food and excellent company. The occasion – the first film for the year was about to be shown at our Community Centre. A delicious dinner was followed by the beautifully produced and thought provoking […]
WHAT: Steels Creek Association – Special General Meeting WHERE: Steels Creek Community Centre WHEN: Sat 6 May from 4:30pm (followed by Pizza Night) The Steels Creek Association was formed in 2012. The Steels Creek Community Centre Committee (SCCCC) had its hands full at the time with recovery activities and building works at SCCC. A group […]
Come and enjoy great wood fired pizza, live music and sit around the fire with family and friends. Download the flyer WHAT: Pizza and Tennis, fun and frivolity with friends (old and new!) WHEN: Saturday April the 1st at 5pm WHERE: At Steels Creek Tennis Club, 821 Steels Creek Road COST: Families $55, Couples $35, Singles […]
The Fire Danger Period for the following municipalities will conclude at 0100 hours on Monday 20 March 2017. Knox City Council Manningham City Council (areas inside CFA Districts) Maroondah City Council (areas inside CFA Districts) Yarra Ranges Shire Council (area inside CFA Districts) The conclusion of the Fire Danger Period is based on the change in […]
Grants News Flash $20,000 Energising Your Community Development Fund Exclusive to Yarra Ranges $20,000 in grant funding is being made available to support community groups, clubs and non-profit-organisations in the Yarra Ranges. Groups can apply for up to $3,000 for projects, equipment and initiatives that benefit the local community. Applications will be accepted from Monday 13 March until Thursday 13 April […]
On the 8 year Anniversary of the 2009 Black Saturday Bushfires; don’t miss the encore screening of the brilliant documentary ‘Afterburn’ on the National Geographic Channel, Foxtel Sat 4 Feb 8.15 pm & Tues 7 Feb 7.15 pm “It’s nature at its worst – but the Aussie spirit at its best. Afterburn follows the efforts […]
Guaranteed laughs; suspense; and drama together with fine food and good company. Dinner and movie in our Gold Class venue. We start of the year with our now traditional BBQ DINNER FROM 6pm – FILM STARTS 7.30pm Screening on Friday 17th March: LAST CAB TO DARWIN. Taking advantage of the controversial Northern Territory’s Voluntary euthanasia […]
The Council has just released their calendar of FREE community skill building workshops being provided for the community. The Council highly recommends a session scheduled to take place in Healesville on 21 March from 6-9pm at the Memo – “Collaborative Leadership“. This session is about working collectively to achieve your group’s vision. Often skill building […]
Come and have a hit of tennis, a friendly chat or just check out our wonderful tennis facilities in Steels Creek. We will have free tennis coaching and games for the kids and free sausage sandwiches. Everyone welcome. Please note that you should BYO your own drinks. WHAT: Steels Creek Tennis Club Open day WHEN: Sunday, […]
Are you ready? The annual combined hard waste, bundled branches and metals collection kicks off in January. For more information and to look up specific collection dates, please refer to http://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Lists/Latest-news/Combined-hard-waste-bundled-branches-and-metals-collection
Founded by six local artist’s friends and operating since 2002, the Yarra Glen Art Show, now rebranded the Yarra Glen Arts Show is a major community bi-annual art event for the Yarra Valley. Our 2017 show is scheduled for 11-13 March 2107 and our new Artist Awards are attractive and will address the diverse range […]
The CFA Have advised that the Fire Danger Period for the Yarra Ranges Shire commences on Tuesday 3rd January 2017
The Shire has released some information with details of the “Yarra Ranges Council Community Skill Building Program” for 2017. There are some great opportunities to increase our communities skills. This calendar of community workshops is available to community groups in the Yarra Ranges municipality. Please share within your neighbourhood and/or special interest groups to help […]
We are lucky enough to regularly get a place doing a Bunnings sausage sizzle at Chirnside park but these fabulous fundraisers do need help. Please respond to Angie Lloyd on 0412 343 242 if you are able to give a couple of hours of your time, time slots needed are 10am -12noon or 12 noon – […]
On Saturday 21st January starting at 5pm and going to about 8pm (or whenever the chat and wine runs out) we will be visiting Brockspur Eco farm at 57 Harvey road Steels Creek where Ed and Amanda Williams will show us their goat dairy herd (including milking – you might even get to assist). This […]
Dear Yarra Valley community members please see message below from our emergency management team… Community Helping Community As you are aware, Yarra Ranges suffered significant impacts as a result of the 9 October Storm with the tragic loss of a local Millgrove resident. There were 36 homes destroyed as well as over a hundred more […]
I write to inform you that the 2016 Volunteer Grants Program is now open. The Australian Government is investing $10 million in Volunteer Grants in recognition of the hard work and many hours volunteers dedicate to not-for-profit organisations. The 2016 Volunteer Grants Program provides funding to support, encourage and increase participation in volunteering in local […]