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Kyneton’s parking woes

During the busiest time of the year, parking in Kyneton’s CBD is more difficult than ever with construction works blocking out vital retail parking...

Shock and dismay at RDFNL: MP weighs in, league president in...

EXCLUSIVE – Local MP Mary-Anne Thomas has expressed her "genuine shock and real disappointment" in the Riddell District Football Netball League for blocking the...

New superintendent steps in to region

A new divisional police commander last week began overseeing the Greater Bendigo, Macedon Ranges, Campaspe and Goldfields areas. Superintendent Paul Gardiner – a 32-year police...

Romsey project skating ahead

Construction has begun on the new Romsey Skatepark with completion expected early next year. The impressive design includes a large bowl, quarter pipe, pump track...

Short-term thrill, long-term wound

Irresponsible and destructive trail bike riders have been accused of getting a short-term thrill while leaving a long-term wound in a highly significant flora...

Making sure everyone is able to take part in Christmas

Christmas spirit is alive and well in the Macedon Ranges. It's an expensive moment for everyone and the Kyneton Foodbank has ensured everyone can open...

Kyneton artist claims VAS prize

Kyneton artist Tim Murphy has been named Hylton Mackley Artist of the Year for the Victorian Artists Society. The $17,000 prize is awarded to the...

‘Mini tornado’ strikes

Castlemaine State Emergency Service volunteers faced a demanding weekend of severe weather, responding to 10 requests for assistance. The impact was concentrated heavily in...

News story becomes elevator pitch

An out-of-service and broken elevator in a council building left a senior citizen unable to compete in her bi-weekly table tennis tournament for the...

Vital flood study wins funding

With a flood-prone creek on one side and overland tributaries on the other, Campbells Creek residents are well-versed in major flood events, the most...

AFL Vic says no to Kyneton women joining league who welcomed...

“The question we are asking AFL Victoria is whether denying our club the right to affiliate reflects a system that prioritises protecting traditional club...

Cat containment plan delayed

A plan to enforce 24-hour domestic cat containment across the Macedon Ranges is now not expected to begin until 2029. Macedon Ranges Shire Council voted...

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