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Artist supports Ukraine efforts
The devastating impact of the war in Ukraine has inspired Romsey artist Debbie Daks to spring into action to raise funds through her work. Having formed friendships there through a mutual love of american cocker spaniels and dog showing, Debbie felt she had to do something to show her support. Known for her whimsical and…
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Showing off at the 160th Kyneton Show
Competition has been part of the Kyneton Show since the first agricultural display in 1858. While baking, needlework, sheep and poultry were part of that first competition, the show now also includes alpacas, novelty sections for backyard chooks and more contemporary additions to the traditional pavilion competition such as photography, upcycled fashion and LEGO, which…
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The great macaw rescue
Jade Jungwirth Fire Rescue Victoria was called to assist Maldon Fire Brigade in a remarkable bird rescue on Sunday. The previous night, a two-year-old blue macaw, fondly known as Bruce, flew into an enormous gum tree at the back of the property. Bruce, a well-known identity in Maldon, resides beside Maldon Takeaway with his love…
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Paramedic Ukraine-bound
Angela Crawford Lancefield paramedic Jodie Rogers is headed to war-torn Ukraine in February where her training in tactical combat casualty care will be put to good use. Jodie is volunteering for three months with charity organisation, Smart Medical Aid, to teach CPR and tourniquet application to people on the streets and work alongside Ukrainian paramedics.…
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Forest conservationists fear union wants logging to return
An alliance of local conservation groups has condemned a proposal made by the Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union to source sawlogs for paper production from the Wombat State Forest. In an open letter to the Opal Paper Mill in Maryvale, Gippsland, the union states “We understand there are potentially viable options for alternative timber…
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Shop local this Christmas
Lisa Chesters MP As we get closer to Christmas, it is vital that we support local business. Local shops create thriving communities, and that creates jobs. Our local business owners are our friends, family, and valued members of the community. As many workers ‘clock off’ for the holidays, local workers in retail and other services…
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Prestigious award for RSL
Kyneton RSL Sub-Branch was awarded the prestigious Victorian State RSL Licensed Sub-Branch of the Year award in the Victorian RSL Branch Hall of Fame Awards. The sub-branch took the top title up against more than 50 other licensed sub-branches throughout Victoria. It’s an award that recognises an individual sub-branch that has successfully promoted all aspects…
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Spiky friend saved
An echidna was rescued from a prickly situation in Hutton Street, Kyneton, last Tuesday. The echidna was found wandering the car park between the Macedon Ranges Shire Council offices and court and the nearby busy roadway. MRSC director of planning and environment, Rebecca Stockfeld, said council staff acted quickly help the echidna to safety. “There…
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LGBTIQA+ human rights campaigner to speak
Former Tasmanian Australian of the Year, Rodney Croome, is coming to Kyneton this week as guest speaker at the final Birds of a Feather lunch for 2022. Rodney has been advocating for LGBTIQA+ human rights for over 30 years. He fronted the campaign to decriminalise homosexuality in Tasmania and was founder and national director of…
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Restaurant faces criminal charges
A Macedon restaurant has had a total of 94 criminal charges filed against it in the Magistrates Court of Victoria. The charges are an Australian first under Victorian wage theft laws. Wage Inspectorate Victoria filed the charges against Rehmat & Mehar Pty Ltd – trading as The Macedon Lounge – and its officer. It is…
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Highest inflows recorded
More than 50,000 megalitres of water flowed in to Coliban Water storages during October, the highest inflows ever received for the month of October. Executive general manager of strategy, Jarrah O’Shea, said levels in Coliban Water’s storages near Kyneton, as well as the Coliban share of Lake Eppalock, were at more than 100 per cent.…
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No date for Calder reopening
Driver frustration is mounting over ongoing Calder Freeway lane closures for roadworks that have not been completed. The freeway between Kyneton and Mount Macedon was under restrictions for four months from November last year before being resealed. The resealed section subsequently failed and is part of about 10 kilometres of the freeway now reduced to…