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A voice for the people
In an exciting first, Really Local and the Castlemaine Institute Democracy Lab are hosting a Castlemaine Festival for Democracy this Thursday, November 12 – a day of conversation, ideas and connection exploring what a genuinely citizen-led democracy could look like. In a moment when cynicism about politics runs deep, this is a chance to step…
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KYNETON DEVELOPMENT CHANGES REJECTED
Macedon Ranges Shire Council has refused a substantial amendment to the Edgecombe Road petrol station development at Kyneton. The existing permit approved a service station, two convenience restaurants, and signage and access arrangements within the Edgecombe Road commercial precinct. However, the applicant has requested several changes, including relocation of a convenience restaurant into a standalone…
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Council goes in to bat for speed change
Macedon Ranges Shire Council will support a petition to reduce the speed limit of Batters Lane, Kyneton, to 80km/h. The road’s ‘medium’ risk rating combined with high demonstrated crash rate over the 2.27km stretch, meets the criteria for change. Batters Lane comprises two main sections with both sealed and unsealed areas of road. Both sections…
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Push for Romsey oval upgrade
Romsey sporting clubs are calling for urgent upgrades to lighting, playing surface, drainage and parking at Oval 2 to match the town’s growth. Local soccer and junior football clubs say they have been forced to cap players in recent years due to strain on the limited playing grounds. Macedon Rangers Soccer Club president Matt Bender…
Sport
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Gisborne too strong for Woodsmen
Former England Test player Keaton Jennings made his debut for Gisborne Cricket Club on Saturday, and was involved in a 94-run third-wicket stand that guaranteed the Dragons a comfortable victory over Woodend. Last season’s grand finalists were scheduled to play in a fifth round two-day fixture at Gardiner Reserve, but rain put an end to…
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Record entries for Lancefield Gift
A record 591 entries have been received for this Saturday’s Community Bank Lancefield Gift, with the event continuing to establish itself as one of the premier meetings on Australia’s professional running circuit. The Community Bank Lancefield Gift returns to Lancefield Park on Saturday, November 14, promising its biggest event yet after attracting an unprecedented 591…
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Tigers in pre-season
Kyneton Football Netball Club has officially kicked off its 2027 pre-season, with players of all levels invited to get involved. Senior netball began on Thursday November 5 and will run every Thursday until December 10. Training will then resume on Thursday February 4, with grading to take place during the February 4 and 11 sessions.…
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Memorabilia plea for club’s 150th
Help us to bring 150 years of memories to life! This is Romsey Cricket Club’s plea to past and present players, families and supporters. And to anyone else able to help. It comes less than three weeks before the Redbacks hold a gala evening to celebrate this important milestone. The club is planning a special…
Community
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Tributes flow for Tom
Multitudes of tributes continue to flow in to mark the passing of one of Gisborne’s most illustrious sporting and community identities — 87-year-old Tom Sankey. Recognised as one of the all-time great footballers in the Riddell District, he played 455 games for Gisborne from 1952 to 1977 and won a record four Bowen Medals —…
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Arts Newstead set for launch
A Trivia Night fundraiser launching Arts Newstead, the new organisation combining the talents of the Newstead creative community, will take place at the Newstead Community Centre this Friday October 23. Newstead has long been known as a nurturing place for the arts, with visual art, music and writing among its many creative activities. It is…
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Celebrate World Kangaroo Day
For World Kangaroo Day on October 24, local wildlife carer Nikki Hansen of Red Box Wildlife Shelter at Elphinstone is once again celebrating the Australian icon with a special prize giveaway. Express readers can win a prize pack including: a Whimsical Australian Critters colouring book, coloured pencils, a photo of Mr Boo and four books:…
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Duigan brothers’ memorial site recognised
Spring Plains in Mia Mia has been recognised as a site of great significance to the Australian and global aerospace historical record. On Monday September 21, the Duigan brothers’ memorial at Mia Mia was presented with a plaque by members of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. It is one of three sites in…
Leisure
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Mini Golf Masters at Woop Woop!
Woop Woop Mini Golf and Sculpture Garden at Harcourt is set to host a Mini Golf Masters tournament this Saturday November 7. Register now and be in the running to win a $1000 first prize! Places are limited so be sure to secure your spot for this fun-filled and action-packed event today! Anyone can win!…
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Mow-sey on down to The Mow Show
Six local artists are getting set to unveil a ‘cutting edge’ new exhibition, THE MOW SHOW, at Newstead’s RedShed Arts Workshop this Saturday November 7. So what exactly is THE MOW SHOW? We’re talking grass art – creative mowing – crop circles without the aliens. The artists are creating works in the grass surrounding the…
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Fashions a Cup Day highlight
Fashions on the Field promises to be one of the real highlights at the 2026 Kyneton Cup Day race meeting on Wednesday, November 4. Kyneton and Hanging Rock Racing Club events organiser, Lisa Evans, said the local club was gearing up for its annual number one race meeting. The time-honoured Kyneton Cup meeting is wedged…
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Keep them cool and occupied
Summer holidays are great fun, there’s the sun, the ice-creams, the beach or pool, what seems like endless holidays. But what do you do when you have done all of this in the first week of summer holidays, and the kids are bored? Google Trends has identified the most popular swimming activities for kids. With…