Macedon Ranges Council urged to drop glyphosate
Macedon Ranges Council has been urged to drop its use of potentially harmful glyphosate-based herbicides.
It is one of many councils that continues to use...
Tears and joy for special show prize
One of the great joys of the Kyneton Show is the joy that fills the pavilion when people run in to see their entries...
Innovation and creativity shine at 2019 Mount Alexander Business Awards
Ten local businesses have been recognised for excellence in their field at a gala event to announce winners of the 2019 Mount Alexander Business...
Nothing new? Sixth book from Castlemaine writer Robyn Annear
Castlemaine writer Robyn Annear is a self-confessed fan of op shops and loves nothing better than the thrill of finding the unexpected within them.
Now...
A lasting legacy
Vale - Ernie Barker
January 25, 1945 - November 26, 2019
Ernie Barker's life and achievements impacted so many, and thoughts are with family, friends, and...
New chapter begins for Castlemaine Sergeant Peter Lukaitis
Long-time Castlemaine policeman and well-respected community member Sergeant Peter Lukaitis hung up his hat and badge for the final time last Sunday.
But before Sgt...
Co-located aged care and childcare planned for Old Kyneton Hospital
After years of false starts, new plans have emerged to restore the Old Kyneton Hospital building to its former glory following the site's sale...
Woodend intersection dubbed a ‘lesson in irresponsible planning’
A notorious Woodend intersection has been dubbed "a lesson in irresponsible planning" as it moves up Macedon Ranges Council's priority list.
Users of the High/Urquhart...
Dog park still to have its day
Efforts to settle on a site for Castlemaine's long-mooted off-leash dog park are progressing - slowly - with hopes a location will be finalised...
Mount Players’ 12 Angry Men scoops awards
The Mount Players' production of 12 Angry Men has won an extraordinary five Victorian Drama League awards at the league's annual awards night in...
Roo shot near Woodend devastates wildlife rescuers
The death of two rehabilitated and hand-raised kangaroos shot near Woodend has saddened local wildlife carers.
Both kangaroos were discovered with gunshot wounds to head...
Rise, unite, resist
This year's International Day of Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25 saw 80 community members attend the Macedon Ranges Family Violence Network...
