Yarra Ranges Shire
<h2 data-block-key="gl0h3">About the Yarra Ranges Shire</h2><p data-block-key="bg1el"><b>The Yarra Ranges Shire is a vast and ecologically diverse municipality, famous as the home of the Yarra Valley wine region and the majestic Dandenong Ranges.</b></p><p data-block-key="2vl3g">Its western suburbs begin approximately 29 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD (at Lilydale), stretching deep into the forested ranges and providing a unique lifestyle that transitions from densely populated outer suburbs to remote rural forest .</p><p data-block-key="fla90">Yarra Ranges offers an exceptional lifestyle defined by its stunning natural beauty, thriving tourism industry, and strong agricultural heritage. The Shire encompasses two major visitor destinations: the world-renowned Yarra Valley, known for its fine food, cool-climate wines, and Healesville Sanctuary; and the Dandenong Ranges, celebrated for their tall mountain ash forests, scenic tourist drives, and charming mountain villages. Major townships include Lilydale, Belgrave (home of the Puffing Billy steam train), Healesville, and Warburton. Its economy is robust, driven by manufacturing, tourism, and agriculture.</p><p data-block-key="6a73m">The Traditional Owners and true sovereigns of the land now known as the Yarra Ranges Shire are the Wurundjeri and other Kulin Nation Peoples.</p><p data-block-key="1del3">Yarra Ranges Council is the local council for the municipality; visit the Yarra Ranges Council website to learn more about the latest news, extensive community services, and its commitment to environmental protection and regional economic development.</p><p data-block-key="25se2"><b>Ready to discover what each unique area in the Yarra Ranges Shire has to offer? Explore our suburb and town profiles below to learn more about each locality, including median prices for sale and rent.</b></p>