Daylight theft – van wrecked
Police are investigating the bizarre background to a mid-morning theft of a caravan that was wrecked when it smashed into a tree on the...
Adverse possession claim on McCubbin’s former Mount Macedon home
An adverse possession claim has been lodged over 'Fontainebleau', the former summer residence of prominent Australian artist Frederick McCubbin, located on Mount Macedon.
Long-time caretaker...
3AW hosts visit Castlemaine, Harcourt
In a boost for local tourism businesses, 3AW Breakfast broadcast live from Shedshaker Brewery on March 16, celebrating autumn with a special show...
Call for improved access to water
A group of Mount Alexander Shire locals is petitioning Coliban Water to improve water access from public standpipe taps.
Petition organiser Rosemary Sorensen said the...
Food relief under pressure
Kyneton Community House's food relief service is under pressure as grant funding ends and increasing costs of living continue to put strain on households.
Last...
Bumper State Festival launches
Melbourne-based dance crew, the Jungle City Dancers, pumped up the crowd during Castlemaine State Festival's opening-night dance party in Mostyn Street last Friday night....
Rescuer threatened as birds die
An experienced Trentham wildlife rescuer has been threatened with arrest by Game Management Authority officials and has had his game licence suspended as he...
Back from the brink
Bouncing back from the impending oblivion that often ensues after voluntary administration, the Castlemaine State Festival will kick off its 50th anniversary event this...
Newham General Store to re-open
Newham General Store has been sold and is expected to re-open to the community within the next few months.
Woodend resident Jo Bombardier will re-open...
Road audit for Newham intersection
An independent road safety audit for Newham's Three Chain Road, Egans Lane and Dons Road intersection is now under way.
Macedon Ranges Shire Council's director...
Push for intersection upgrade
Lancefield's dangerous intersection at High Street, Main Road and Kilmore-Lancefield Road is being considered for safety improvements.
Macedon Ranges Shire Council is advocating for safety...
Ranges questions housing targets
Macedon Ranges Shire Council is seeking clarity on how it will achieve its Victorian Government imposed housing target of 13,200 new homes by 2051.
The...
