Caravan fire takes off
Two caravans were destroyed by fire at a Gisborne property last Tuesday.
Gisborne Fire Brigade was paged to the scene on Braeside Road about 5am...
Council throws off “blanket solution”
Macedon Ranges Shire Council calling for the Victorian Government to hit pause on sweeping planning reforms they fear will shake the Ranges.
Under the Planning...
“What is the point?” Protections ignored
A document built to protect Macedon Ranges' distinctive areas and landscapes is being "ignored" and lacks power, Macedon Ranges Shire councillors say.
While Macedon Ranges...
Nurturing connection on Country
An excited crowd of local First Nations and non-Indigenous community members gathered on Friday at Me-Mandook Galk Indigenous Education and Bush Tucker Place in...
Inquiry calls for change
The Victorian Government has been warned that the current model of volunteer wildlife rescue is unsustainable and wildlife roadstrike danger in increasing.
The Legislative Council...
Mayor caught drink-driving, won’t stand for re-election
Macedon Ranges mayor Dom Bonanno has lost his driver’s licence after being caught speeding and drink driving in the mayoral car last month.
Police said...
Old hospital rebirth begins
Embracia Victoria has begun early works on the redevelopment of the Old Kyneton Hospital into a mixed-use destination.
Director Sarah MacKenzie said Embracia had long...
Bill to silence objectors, speed up planning
Victorians could be stripped of third-party planning appeal rights as the state government prepares for what it has called the "biggest planning shake-up in...
Department of Justice throws BBQ for Malmsbury
The Department of Justice held a public forum in Malmsbury last Thursday night for its first official meeting with residents since announcing the town's...
People, pets to go together
Castlemaine Cemetery Trust has played a role in helping to change the law regarding burials in Victoria.
"We are just the second state that will...
Stunt horses star at Cox Plate
Two Newham horses were the proud bearers of the Australian flag at the Ladbrokes Cox Plate last month.
Riders Damian Everard and Stephen Cox partnered...
“Passion alone can’t keep the lights on”
Financial strain is putting Macedon Ranges' Neighbourhood Houses at risk of closure and threatening the vital programs they provide.
After years of inadequate funding, almost...
