FUTURE GISBORNE? Call to reshape 30-year plan
Gisborne ratepayer Dean Markham is leading a fight against a 30-year plan for his town that he fears foreshadows a 'Sunbury future'.
He is challenging...
Minerals exploration explained
Local communities can learn about minerals exploration in their region at an online information session this month.
The Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions is...
The Paddock to feature
The Paddock Eco Village in Castlemaine will be featured as part of Sustainable House Day this Sunday.
Established in 2001, Sustainable House Day is a...
‘Keep open space’ call
Macedon Ranges Council is seeking to secure significant Gisborne land for public open space to prevent it being snapped up for housing in a...
Ecosystems decline ‘severe’ and ‘ongoing’
Macedon Ranges faces a critical challenge in tackling the severe and ongoing decline of local ecosystems.
Detrimental human and natural impacts on the environment including...
Mining bid no laughing matter
Tom Gleeson has used his star power for a second time to help shut down mining plans spanning a huge area of the Macedon...
Carbon neutral plan for council
Mount Alexander Shire Council has adopted a detailed plan outlining the path it now intends to follow to achieve zero net carbon emissions for...
Woodend designer builds new sustainable brand
Woodend designer Bree Cresp has combined her skill for dressmaking and passion for the environment to make a difference.
Her new eco fashion label Get...
FARM DECISION OVERTHROWN
Macedon Ranges Council's decision to refuse farmland development for a small-scale farm venture at Woodend North has been overthrown by the Victorian Civil and...
Newstead’s solar farm plan
Plans for a small-scale solar farm, big enough to generate enough electricity for Newstead, have opened for public review.
Renewable Newstead, the community group behind...
Conservation partnership blooms
Mountain Distilling has struck a partnership with conservation group 'aTree' with a shared vision to restore and protect Australia's forests.
The Mount Macedon distillery has...
‘Coldie’ hits at Woodend
A "weak tornado" ripped through a farm at Woodend last Thursday afternoon.
The unusual weather system whirled through a paddock about 5.30pm.
The tornado was short...
